Governor Hogan Announces First Coronavirus Death In Maryland

Will Hold Press Conference at 10:00 AM Today to Provide Further Updates and Announce Additional Actions

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan tonight announced the first COVID-19 death in Maryland, a Prince George’s County resident in his 60s who suffered from an underlying medical condition:

“It is with profound sadness that I announce the first death in Maryland as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. I ask all Marylanders to join me in praying for his family and loved ones during this difficult time. As we pray for his loved ones, I ask that we continue to pray for each other, for our state, and for our nation as we face this crisis together. We must use every possible resource at every level of government to save lives and keep people safe.”

NOTE: Governor Hogan will hold a press conference today at 10:00 am in Annapolis to provide further updates and announce additional actions.