(Wednesday, March 18, 2020) – Maryland Governor Larry Hogan says the state is reporting its first death from COVID-19.  The victim is said to be a man in his 60s from Prince George’s County who apparently had other health ailments.  In a statement released tonight Hogan said “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.”

The identity of the man was not released.  The death comes as Maryland’s number of confirmed coronavirus cases nears 90.