Kevin Kamenetz, considered to be one of the leading Democratic contenders for governor in Maryland, died early Thursday morning of cardiac arrest, police have said. Kamenetz, the Baltimore County executive, woke at about 2 a.m. and said he was not feeling well, Baltimore County police said. “He was a dedicated public servant in Baltimore County for more than two decades, and we join with the citizens of Baltimore County and all Marylanders in mourning,” Hogan, a Republican, said. Don Mohler, his longtime aide, told the newspaper that he was “just sitting in my office numb,” after he learned. He also noted that Kamenetz “dedicated his life to public service, to making a difference” and helping the state move forward.

Source: Fox News May 10, 2018 13:07 UTC