Kearneysville Teen Sentenced for Shooting at Sheriff’s Deputy
Jefferson County Man Could Face Up to 89 Years in Prison After Shooting at Sheriff’s Deputy and Other Charges
The Panhandle News Network | Wednesday, April 2, 2025
A 19-year-old from Kearneysville was sentenced to up to 89 years in prison following a jury's verdict on multiple serious charges related to a traffic stop incident in Charles Town. David Bernhard Gillis shot at a sheriff's deputy during the encounter on November 29, 2023, prompting significant police response and leading to his arrest. The case, highlighted by the efforts of law enforcement officials and prosecutors, underscores the commitment to protecting the community and supporting its law enforcement personnel.