Family, friends, and members of the community gathered at St. Ann Catholic Church in Hagerstown to attend the funeral of Washington County Circuit Judge Andrew F. Wilkinson. The judge was fatally shot outside his home on October 19. The suspect, Pedro Argote, has been found dead in a wooded area between Clear Spring Road and Bottom Road, about a mile northwest of where his vehicle was found. The Maryland Judiciary issued a statement expressing their gratitude to the law enforcement agencies for their tireless efforts. The Washington County Sheriff's Office held a press conference to provide updates on the case. While the cause of Argote's death has not been confirmed, the sheriff mentioned the need for better protection of judges from violence. Wilkinson had presided over Argote's divorce case, where he ruled in favor of his ex-wife. Argote's ex-wife and adult daughter testified during the trial, revealing instances of abuse and control. The community can now breathe a little easier with the suspect's body found, but the loss of Judge Wilkinson is still deeply felt.