From the desk of Sheriff Bryson Meyers:
On October 2, 2025, Master Deputy Jenna Wilt-Harvey received the 2025 Maryland Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services Police Instructor of the year award. The award was presented to her at an instructor’s conference held in Sykesville, Maryland.
Master Deputy Wilt-Harvey has developed and implemented a continual and evolving defensive tactics program for deputies and correctional officers with the Garrett County Sheriff’s Office. The defensive tactics program she developed helps keep deputies and correctional officers confident and safe whether they are on patrol or working inside the detention center.