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CRIME & SAFETY
Sabattus home destroyed in fire, dog rescued
SABATTUS (WGME) - A home in Sabattus was destroyed by a fire on Friday evening. The Sabattus Fire Department say flames were visible on the first floor when crews arrived at the home at 9 Conway Street. No one was injured in the fire and crews were able to rescue...
Augusta man believed 'armed and dangerous' still at large; search ongoing
AUGUSTA, Maine — The search continued Sunday for a suspect who Augusta police said should be considered armed and dangerous. The search began Friday afternoon, when police said they responded around 1 p.m. to a report of domestic violence between and man and his parents on Riverside Drive. The...
4 Dead, Dozens Injured: Maine Man Joseph Eaton Sentenced to Life for Brutal Murder Spree
Joseph Eaton Sentenced to Life for Killing Parents and Friends in Maine. Maine Man’s Shooting Spree on I-295 Leads to Multiple Injuries and Life Sentence. According to the True Crime News, Joseph Eaton was sentenced to life in prison for killing his parents, Cynthia and David Eaton, and their friends, Bob and Patti Eger. On April 18, 2023, Joseph Eaton shot them at their home in Bowdoin, Maine. He then went on a shooting spree on I-295, injuring several people. Police found the bodies covered with blankets and bullet holes all over the house. Joseph Eaton, who had a criminal past, was arrested by Maine State Police after being seen with blood on his hands on the highway.
Auburn honors fallen officer with square dedication 75 years after tragic incident
AUBURN (WGME) - A fallen Auburn police officer was honored by his community on Sunday. The city held a dedication for the officer who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. On July 7th, 1949, a deadly crash took place right at the corner of Court and Main...
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