Maryland State Police Arrest 2 More Suspects in Somerset County Shooting

Somerset County, MD - Maryland State Police have arrested two additional juveniles in connection with the fatal shooting of Derrick Knox in Somerset County. The incident occurred on January 26, 2026, and has resulted in multiple arrests as the investigation continues.

The two most recent arrests involve a 14-year-old and a 16-year-old male. Both juveniles are being held without bond at the Somerset County Detention Center.

Following consultation with the Office of the State's Attorney in Somerset County, they have been charged with first-degree felony murder, second-degree murder, robbery, and other related charges.

Maryland State Police arrested the 14-year-old on February 10, 2026, in Princess Anne. The 16-year-old was apprehended by U.S. Marshals in Chula Vista, California, on February 4, 2026. He was extradited to Maryland last week.

Two other juveniles were previously arrested in connection with the murder. A 17-year-old girl and a 16-year-old boy, both from Salisbury, remain held without bond at the Somerset County Detention Center.

The shooting took place shortly after 2 p.m. on January 26. Deputies from the Somerset County Sheriff's Office and troopers from the Maryland State Police Princess Anne Barrack responded to the 11000 block of Dryden Lane in Princess Anne. They were responding to a reported shooting.

Two victims were located with apparent gunshot wounds inside a 2026 Kia Seltos SUV parked in the roadway. Derrick Knox, 46, of Salisbury, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

A second victim, Kevin Pillar, 41, of Salisbury, was injured during the incident. He was transported to a local trauma center by Maryland State Police Aviation Command.

The Maryland State Police Homicide Unit leads the continuing investigation. The Somerset County Sheriff's Office and the Office of the State's Attorney in Somerset County are providing assistance.

Anyone with relevant information related to this case is asked to contact Sgt. Joe Meier of the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit at 443-515-0034. All calls may remain confidential.

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