US Marshals Offer $10,000 Reward for Suspect in Killing of County Judge

Cover Image: Pedro Manuel Argote

HAGERSTOWN, MD News (10/22/2023) – The United States Marshals Service (USMS) has issued a request for the public’s assistance in locating 49-year-old Pedro Manuel Argote, who is wanted for homicide in Washington County, Maryland. Argote is charged with the alleged shooting and killing of a Washington County Circuit Court judge in Hagerstown, Maryland, and is currently considered armed and dangerous.

Pedro Manuel Argote, born on November 24, 1973, is the subject of an ongoing manhunt by law enforcement authorities. The U.S. Marshals Service is taking this matter very seriously and is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for actionable intelligence that leads to the location and apprehension of Argote.

Argote is the suspect in the alleged shooting death of Judge Andrew Wilkinson that occurred in Washington County, Maryland. He is described as a 49-year-old white male, weighing approximately 140 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. He stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches.

The USMS is urging anyone with information about Pedro Manuel Argote’s whereabouts to come forward and assist in his apprehension. If you have any information related to this case, you can contact the U.S. Marshals Service through the toll-free hotline at 1-877-WANTED2 or 1-877-926-8332. Additionally, information can be submitted through the USMS Tips App, available online.

It is important to emphasize that Pedro Manuel Argote is considered armed and dangerous, and individuals who encounter him should not approach him but should immediately contact law enforcement authorities. The public’s cooperation in providing information can greatly aid in the effort to bring this wanted individual to justice.

The U.S. Marshals Service is working in close cooperation with local law enforcement agencies and is committed to resolving this matter swiftly and efficiently. Public vigilance and assistance are critical in locating and apprehending individuals like Pedro Manuel Argote.

As this is an ongoing investigation, anyone with information is encouraged to provide any tips that may assist in the location and arrest of Pedro Manuel Argote. The USMS and other law enforcement agencies are dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the public, and your cooperation is invaluable in this endeavor.

Article by multiple RFHC contributors.