Chief of Police George W. Bacorn, Jr.
Denton Police Department, Maryland End of Watch: Friday, September 25, 2026
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Chief of Police George Bacorn was killed in a head-on vehicle crash on Dover Road in Easton.
Around 11:26 a.m., Chief Bacorn was traveling eastbound in his agency-owned vehicle when a westbound delivery truck sideswiped another eastbound truck and then struck Chief Bacorn’s vehicle head-on.
The delivery driver was airlifted to a local hospital.
Chief Bacorn served with the Denton Police Department for 36 years, including six years as chief of police. Survivors include his wife, five sons, a sister, thirteen grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Reflections: Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember…
Chief of Police George W. Bacorn, Jr.,
My sympathy to your family, friends and to your department as they all grieve your loss. Thank you for your many years of service to all of us. Rest in Peace, Brother.
Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department
Leesburg. FL
September 29th, 2026