Long-Serving Deputy Passes Away on Duty in St. Mary's - The Southern Maryland Chronicle

Long-Serving Deputy Passes Away on Duty in St. Mary's - The Southern Maryland Chronicle

CALIFORNIA, Md. — A St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputy died Tuesday, July 1, 2025, while on duty, prompting an investigation into the circumstances of his death. The deputy, identified as Mark Porter, was found unresponsive in his vehicle at BJ’s Wholesale in the 44950 block of Worth Avenue in California. Authorities responded in the afternoon to a welfare check call, and the investigation is ongoing, with preliminary findings suggesting …

Maryland flag lowered to half-staff following line-of-duty death of St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office Deputy Mark Porter

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore has ordered the Maryland flag lowered to half-staff effective immediately following the death of Deputy Mark Porter of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office.  Deputy Porter died in the line of duty on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 in what officials believe was a medically related incident. Deputy Porter was one of the longest-serving sworn deputies in the agency. “This is a heartbreaking day for our agency,” said St. Ma…

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Mourns The Line-Of-Duty Death Of Deputy Mark Porter, Retired Sergeant - The BayNet

LEONARDTOWN, Md. – With deep sadness and profound respect, Sheriff Steve Hall and the men and women of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office announce the line-of-duty death of Deputy Mark Porter, retired sergeant, who passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, while performing his duties. Deputy Porter was one of the longest-serving sworn deputies in the agency, known for his steadfast commitment, integrity, and decades of honorable service to the c…

Death Investigation Underway After St. Mary's County Sheriff's Deputy Found Deceased in Shopping Center Parking Lot - Southern Maryland News Net

On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in the afternoon hours, police responded to the Bj’s Wholesale located in the 44950 block of Worth Avenue in California, for the reported check the welfare. Police arrived to find a unresponsive Sheriff’s Deputy in their vehicle. Authorities quickly secured the area, and an investigation was launched to determine the circumstances surrounding the death. The identity of the deceased officer has not been released pending …