Chilling Crime Scene in Cushing: Man Charged in Disturbing Possible Homicide Case

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Arrest Made in Connection with Cushing Incident

CUSHING – A quiet evening in Cushing took a dark turn as a significant police presence descended on a River Road residence, leading to the arrest of one man in connection with a possible homicide.

Mark Gagne Arrested

Mark Gagne, 41, residing at 834 River Road, was taken into custody Friday night, July 12. Gagne faces charges of Class B felony hindering apprehension and a misdemeanor count of abuse of a corpse. His arrest has sparked a wave of concern and speculation in the local community.

Police Investigation Underway

On Friday evening, Maine State Police and the Knox County Sheriff's Office converged on Gagne's residence, maintaining a visible presence into Saturday morning. Questions directed to the state police officer present at the scene were referred to the Maine Department of Public Safety.

Limited Information Released

Public Information Officer Shannon Moss confirmed that the Major Crimes Unit is actively investigating the incident but refrained from providing additional details. "Major Crimes is conducting an investigation, but no additional information is being released at this time," said Moss.

Grisly Details Emerge

A source close to the investigation revealed that the victim was allegedly killed last week, with attempts made to dispose of the body by dismembering and burning it. The potential involvement of multiple individuals is under scrutiny as state police continue their investigation.

Victim’s Identity Withheld

The name of the victim has not been disclosed, adding to the community's anxiety and curiosity. The residence in question is reportedly a rental property, further complicating the situation.

Gagne's Criminal History

Gagne's criminal record in Knox County includes prior charges of drug possession, adding another layer of intrigue to this developing story.

As authorities work to uncover the full details of this tragic incident, the Cushing community remains on edge, awaiting further updates.

Attribution source: Knox.villagesoup.com