Accomack Co. Sheriff’s Office announces passing of Corporal

Corporal Charles Baines (Accomack Co. Sheriff’s Office)

ACCOMACK CO., Va. – The Accomack County Sheriff’s Office has announced the passing of Corporal Charles L. Baines.

We’re told Corporal Baines, 50, passed away on Saturday evening at his home in Painter, Virginia, and is survived by one son.

Corporal Baines was a longtime member of the Sheriff’s Office, assigned to the Corrections Division and serving the citizens of Accomack County since 2009.

The Sheriff’s Office released the following statement on Corporal Baines’ passing:

“We are heartbroken at the sudden loss of Corporal Charles Baines, who was an incredible co-worker and made many lasting contributions to the Accomack County Sheriff’s Office. You were always met with a smile and an upbeat attitude. He will be missed and will be remembered by his hard work, ethics, and his dedication to the citizens of Accomack County. He was one of kind.”

Officials tell us that funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced once they are available.