Captain A. Scott Walter Jr.’s career with the Harford County Sheriff’s Office has spanned over 20 years. He has served in various roles within the sheriff’s office’s most challenging and specialized units, including the Gang Unit, Traffic Unit, Special Operations Division, Motorcycle Unit, and Patrol Division. Capt. Walter is also a motors instructor, defensive tactics instructor, drill instructor, firearms instructor, and polygraph examiner. 

Capt. Walter was involved in many critical incidents as a Special Response Team operator, including officer-involved shootings and a hostage rescue, as well as active shooters and other large-scale events as a team commander. Additionally, as a commander, he has overseen civil unrest, riots, rallies, barricades, and other critical incidents. 

Beyond serving the county as a law enforcement officer, Capt. Walter is a role model and pillar of his community. He has devoted hours to working on charitable events at the Moose Lodge for fundraising events, volunteering for the Valor Program (a program dedicated to recognizing first responders and the military), and making countless presentations on his own time for elementary schools. 

Throughout his distinguished career, Capt. Walter has received numerous accolades, commendations, and awards for his outstanding service, including the HCSO Valor Award and the Maryland Smooth Operator Enforcement Award. Capt. Walter has shown a remarkable ability to inspire and motivate his subordinates to achieve their full potential. His leadership style is characterized by compassion and respect for those under his command, and his tireless dedication to their welfare and professional growth. 

“Even when it feels like the deck is stacked against you, if you can help one person a time, you are making a difference.”