Governor Janet Mills ordered that the United States and State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on Thursday, September 30, 2021 in honor of Hancock County Sheriff Deputy Luke Gross. Deputy Gross' funeral services will be held on that day at 12:00 p.m. Get more information here.

Deputy Gross was struck and killed by a motor vehicle on the morning of September 23rd while investigating a call for a vehicle off the road on Route 3 in Trenton. Following his death, Governor Mills issued the following statement:

"We mourn the loss of Deputy Gross, a member of Maines law enforcement community killed in the line of duty. My heart goes out to his friends, family, and fellow officers. May we always remember that our law enforcement officers are dedicated public servants who risk their own lives every day to protect the safety of Maine people. Deputy Gross ended his watch protecting our great state, and his service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. On behalf of the people of Maine, I extend our condolences to his family, loved ones, and colleagues around the state."