Harford County Blood Drive Honors Deputies Killed 10 Years Ago

Annual event remembers fallen officers Mark Logsdon and Pat Dailey

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A blood drive in Harford County, Maryland on Tuesday honored two sheriff deputies, Mark Logsdon and Pat Dailey, who were killed 10 years ago while responding to a call for a suspicious person at a Panera Restaurant in Abingdon. The deputies' families organized the annual blood drive to turn their sorrow into service, as a large community turnout donated blood to save lives in memory of the fallen officers.

Why it matters

The tragic deaths of Deputies Logsdon and Dailey deeply impacted the Harford County community, and the annual blood drive serves as a way for residents to honor their sacrifice and commitment to public service. The event also helps address local blood supply shortages, which have been exacerbated by recent severe weather.

The details

Deputies Logsdon and Dailey were gunned down on February 10, 2016 while responding to a call about a suspicious person at a Panera Bread restaurant in Abingdon. Debbie Logsdon, Mark Logsdon's mother, said a lot of blood was used in the unsuccessful effort to save her son, inspiring the family to start the annual blood drive. More than 100 people signed up to donate blood this year, which the Red Cross says will save at least 100 lives on top of the hundreds already saved by the event over the past nine years.

  • The blood drive took place on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - the 10th anniversary of the deputies' deaths.
  • Deputies Logsdon and Dailey were killed on February 10, 2016 while responding to a call in Abingdon, Maryland.

The players

Mark Logsdon

A Harford County sheriff's deputy who was killed in the line of duty on February 10, 2016.

Pat Dailey

A Harford County sheriff's deputy who was killed in the line of duty on February 10, 2016 along with Deputy Logsdon.

Debbie Logsdon

The mother of Deputy Mark Logsdon, who helped organize the annual blood drive in honor of her son and Deputy Dailey.

Jeffrey Gahler

The Harford County Sheriff who said February 10, 2016 was a "dreadful day" when Deputies Logsdon and Dailey were killed.

Scott Marder

A spokesperson for the Red Cross who said the blood drive will save at least 100 lives this year.

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What they’re saying

“We were told that a lot of blood was used for Mark that day to try to save him, so our family talked and we came up with this idea of a blood drive.”

— Debbie Logsdon, Mother of Deputy Mark Logsdon

“When you think about service and you think about heroism, you think about these two deputies. Mark and Pat gave the ultimate sacrifice for their communities, but you don't have to wear a badge or uniform to save a life.”

— Scott Marder, Red Cross spokesperson

“We are down about 35% in terms of the blood that should be on the shelves and people were not able to get out to blood drives to donate because of the weather.”

— Scott Marder, Red Cross spokesperson

“I think it shows the law enforcement that we're all behind them. We appreciate them and we're here to support them in any way that we can.”

— Thomas Rowan Sr.

“Even though it's been 10 years, as a mother, it goes back every single day.”

— Debbie Logsdon, Mother of Deputy Mark Logsdon

What’s next

The Harford County Sheriff's Office plans to continue holding the annual blood drive in honor of Deputies Logsdon and Dailey on the anniversary of their deaths each year.

The takeaway

This annual blood drive demonstrates the Harford County community's enduring commitment to honoring the sacrifice of Deputies Logsdon and Dailey, while also addressing critical local blood supply needs. The event serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of public service and the impact that can be made through acts of compassion and generosity.