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CRIME & SAFETY
Cushing homicide suspect now in custody following police chase in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - Authorities say an Augusta man at the center of a homicide investigation in Cushing is in custody following a police chase that resulted in him barricading himself inside a vehicle. Around 2pm Tuesday afternoon, Maine State Police reportedly became involved in a chase with 39-year old...
Police on scene of 'incident' in Augusta
AUGUSTA (WGME) -- Maine State Police say they are on the scene of an “incident” in Augusta. Police say a tactical team and a crisis negotiation team are responding to the scene. Route 3 is currently shut down between Churchill Road and Bolton Hill Road. Please seek an...
Sept. 24 disposition hearing set for alleged BBH shooter
A Sept. 30 disposition hearing is set for a Boothbay Harbor man allegedly involved in a March 19, 2023 shooting incident at Campbell Creek Housing Complex. Matthew A. Plummer, 42, faces three felony charges stemming from his alleged involvement in the shooting incident. Plummer was arrested by the Maine State Tactical Team and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office after a standoff.
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