Police updates for Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, Tremont, State Police, and Hancock County Sheriff’s Department.
Sep 08, 2026
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BAR HARBOR—Early Sunday morning, September 6, 2026, at approximately 2 a.m., Officer Tim Frost responded to the Bar Harbor Village Green for a report of two people who were seen damaging an art show vendor’s tent.
Officer Frost located and made contact with the two people who provided him with their names and personal information and allegedly admitted to gaining access to one of the tents in order to urinate.
Later on that same morning, an art show vendor reported damage to their tent and an officer spoke with the vendor. No charges were filed as the suspects and the vendor were able to work things out civilly amongst themselves.
BAR HARBOR AND MOUNT DESERT POLICE LOGS
The following incidents occurred in Bar Harbor and Mount Desert last week according to the Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Police Department police logs, which is publicly released information.
Monday, August 31, 2026
Someone reported a suspicious vehicle in Bar Harbor and after investigation, Officer Nathan Formby warned two people for a town ordinance violation and moved them along.
Officer Amie Torrey documented a report of harassment for someone in Mount Desert.
Officer Kaleb Payson documented a fraud complaint for someone in Mount Desert who did not lose any money.
Someone in Mount Desert reported to Officer Frost that they had concerns about someone possibly trying to get into their residence.
Officer Frost spoke with someone in Bar Harbor who had concerns about some potentially harassing messages that they had received.
Officer Troy Stanwood assisted the ambulance on a medical call in Mount Desert.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Officer Formby assisted the ambulance on a medical call in Bar Harbor.
Officer Formby warned someone for a town ordinance violation in Bar Harbor.
Officer Stanwood warned someone for camping at Hadley Point landing in Bar Harbor.
Officer Ted Cake responded with the Bar Harbor Fire Department to a medical event in Bar Harbor. The subject passed away and the State Medical Examiner advised that they would be taking the case.
Mental Health Liaison Melissa Gleason spoke with someone in Bar Harbor about ongoing family issues and elder care.
Officer T. Cake took a report of a parking issue in Bar Harbor. Officer T. Cake contacted the vehicle owner’s mother to make her aware and placed a 72-hour notice on the vehicle.
Following an anonymous complaint about a barking dog in Bar Harbor, Officer T. Cake responded but could not locate any barking dogs.
Officer T. Cake gave someone in Bar Harbor a ride.
Officer Torrey is investigating a report of theft from a Bar Harbor business.
Officer T. Cake performed a well-being check on someone in Bar Harbor and found them to be fine.
After someone in Bar Harbor reported some suspicious information. Officer T. Cake met with the person and advised them that they had been the victim of a scam and documented the incident.
Officer Payson assisted the ambulance with a medical call in Mount Desert.
Officer Torrey received a motor vehicle complaint on Route 102 in Mount Desert and the call was passed on to the Southwest Harbor Police Department.
Following a motor vehicle complaint in Mount Desert, Officer Payson responded and searched the area but could not locate the suspect vehicle.
Along with Acadia National Park law enforcement, Officer Judson Cake is investigating a report of vandalism using spray paint that occurred in both Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
Officer Stanwood attempted a well-being check on someone in Northeast Harbor but could not locate the person to be checked on.
Officer Formby assisted the ambulance on a medical call in Bar Harbor.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Following the report of a dump truck dropping debris in the roadway in Bar Harbor, Officer Liam Harrington patrolled the area but could not locate any debris.
Sgt. Soren Sundberg documented some information for someone in Bar Harbor.
Officer T. Cake performed a well-being check in Mount Desert and found the person to be fine.
Officer Harrington performed a vehicle identification number verification in Bar Harbor.
Officer T. Cake responded to a domestic incident in Bar Harbor and determined that no crime had occurred and it was a civil matter. The two people involved agreed to meet with MHL Gleason at the Bar Harbor Police Department and were provided with resources.
Officer Elias Burne received a complaint regarding a loose dog in Northeast Harbor but prior to his response, the caller called back and said that the dog had left the area and there were no further complaints.
Officer Harrington received a complaint regarding a loose dog in Mount Desert but prior to his arrival, the dog had been located by its owners.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Officer responded to a call about a disturbance at a Bar Harbor business and as a result of the investigation, Officer Justin Burnett arrested Micheal Boucher, 36, of New Hampshire, for domestic violence aggravated assault and operating under the influence. Boucher was transported to the Hancock County Jail.
Officer Payson assisted another agency in Bar Harbor with an investigation that they were conducting.
Officer T. Cake performed a keep the peace while a property owner performed an inspection on a Bar Harbor property.
Sgt. Chris Dickens had a civilian do a ride along with him in Bar Harbor.
Sgt. Dickens gave two people a ride to their residence in Bar Harbor.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Officer Torrey spoke with a woman about a civil matter in Mount Desert.
Sgt. Sundberg handled a parking issue in Bar Harbor and as a result, one vehicle was moved by its owner and another vehicle was issued a parking ticket for parking in a no parking zone.
Officer Payson documented some information for someone in Bar Harbor.
Following a parking complaint in Northeast Harbor, Officer Torrey responded.
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Someone reported a possibly intoxicated driver in Bar Harbor and Officer Stanwood was unable to locate the suspect vehicle.
Officer J. Cake assisted the ambulance on a medical call in Mount Desert.
After receiving a parking complaint regarding two vehicles that were obstructing the roadway in Bar Harbor, Officer Torrey had both vehicles moved by their owners.
Sgt. Dickens performed a keep the peace while someone retrieved possessions from a Bar Harbor residence.
Sgt. Dickens located a vehicle that was parked in the intersection of Mount Desert Street and Ledgelawn Avenue in Bar Harbor and had the vehicle removed via a tow truck.
Officer Burnett assisted the Southwest Harbor Police Department with a crash investigation in Southwest Harbor.
Following the report of a possibly intoxicated driver in Bar Harbor, Officer Stanwood located and stopped the vehicle. The driver was not intoxicated but was warned for their poor operation.
Following a traffic stop in Mount Desert, Officer Burnett arrested Haylee Greene, 21, of Trenton, for criminal speed and failure to stop.
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Sgt. Dickens assisted two visitors to Bar Harbor in locating overnight accommodations.
Following the report of a possibly intoxicated driver in Bar Harbor, Officer Stanwood located and stopped the vehicle. The driver was not intoxicated but was warned for their poor operation.
Sgt. Sundberg spoke with someone in Bar Harbor regarding a deceased animal.
Sgt. Sundberg assisted an elderly man who had difficulty walking by providing him a ride to his residence in Bar Harbor.
Sgt. Sundberg authorized the towing of two vehicles that were causing a traffic hazard on Main Street in Bar Harbor.
Sgt. Dickens and Officer Burnett attempted to check the well-being of a pedestrian on Mount Desert Street in Bar Harbor but could not locate the person.
Officer J. Cake and other officers responded to a report of someone yelling for help in Bar Harbor but could not locate anyone. It was later learned that it was someone yelling from a vehicle but officers were unable to find anyone in distress.
Officer Burnett checked on an intoxicated man in Bar Harbor and found him to be fine.
SOUTHWEST HARBOR AND TREMONT
The following incidents occurred in Southwest Harbor or Tremont last week according to the Southwest Harbor Police Department police log, which is publicly released information.
Monday, August 31, 2026
Officer Bradley Russell fingerprinted someone at the Southwest Harbor Police Department.
Officer Russell went to Tremont to speak with someone at their home.
Someone checked in at the Southwest Harbor Police Department and provided Officer Russell information about their stay in the area.
Officer Russell performed a vehicle identification number verification in Southwest Harbor.
Officer Russell responded to Tremont to speak with a couple of people about a civil issue.
Following the report of a loud noise in Southwest Harbor, Officer Russell responded and determined that it was a transformer that had blown up.
Someone brought a loose dog to the Southwest Harbor Police Department. The dog’s owner was contacted and the two were reunited.
After someone reported gunshots in Southwest Harbor, Officer Russell responded and spoke with some people who thought they knew where the source of the noise was, but Officer Russell was unable to locate the source of the noise.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Sgt. Rick Graham performed a well-being check on a member of the Good Morning Quietside program in Southwest Harbor and found the person to be safe and healthy.
Sgt. Graham performed a well-being check on a member of the Good Morning Quietside program in Tremont and found the person to be safe and healthy.
Sgt. Graham arrested Lotty Boissonault, 39, of Tremont, in Tremont, on an active arrest warrant. Boissonault was transported to the Hancock County Jail.
Someone reported that a dog that was in a vehicle that was parked on Main Street in Southwest Harbor barked at them as they walked by the vehicle.
Sgt. Graham fingerprinted someone at the Southwest Harbor Police Department for employment purposes.
Someone reported a suspicious incident in Southwest Harbor and Sgt. Graham was unable to find anything suspicious after investigation.
Sgt. Graham assisted the ambulance service with a medical call in Southwest Harbor.
Sgt. Graham gave a Southwest Harbor resident a ride back to Southwest Harbor from Somesville.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Officer Eli Brown assisted a Southwest Harbor resident with getting back into his residence after he had locked himself out.
Officer Brown monitored traffic during the morning hours at the Tremont Consolidated School in Tremont, stopped two vehicles, and issued each of the drivers a warning for speed.
Officer Brown performed a well-being check on a member of the Good Morning Quietside program in Tremont and found the person to not be home.
Following a traffic stop in Tremont, Officer Brown issued Douglas Holland, 22, of Hermon, a criminal summons for attaching false plates.
Officer Brown monitored traffic during the afternoon hours at the Tremont Consolidated School in Tremont but did not stop any vehicles.
Following several reports of a piece of metal in the roadway near the Mount Desert and Southwest Harbor town line, Officer Brown responded and found a piece of metal roofing that had already been moved out of the road and was no longer a hazard.
Officer Brown is investigating a report of a couple of young boys who show up at a business in Southwest Harbor that leaves snacks out for its guests and help themselves to the snacks. The business says that the boys have been asked to leave but continue to come back.
A Southwest Harbor resident asked that their former domestic partner be served with a no trespass notice. Officer Brown forwarded a no trespass warning and a cease harassment notice to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department to be served to the person who is residing in another town. The notices were served by the Maine State Police.
After receiving a report of a loose dog on Fernald Point Road in Southwest Harbor, Officer Brown was able to find contact information for the dog’s owner and returned the dog to its owner.
A Southwest Harbor resident reported that their neighbors were playing horseshoes and playing loud music. Officer Brown responded and observed the people playing horseshoes and talking but heard nothing loud. The complainant called back a short while later with the same complaint and Officer Brown informed them that he could not make the people stop playing horseshoes and that the District Attorney’s Office would never entertain a disorderly conduct charge for the clanking of horseshoes.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
The ambulance service requested that an officer responded to an unattended death in Tremont and Officer Brown responded determining that the death was of natural causes.
Officer Brown looked for a vehicle in Southwest Harbor for the Bar Harbor Police Department that contained a suspect in a domestic violence assault. The vehicle was located in Mount Desert.
Officer Russell received a business alarm at a Southwest Harbor business but the alarm was cancelled and reported to be a false alarm.
Officer Russell assisted school staff at the Tremont Consolidated School in Tremont with an issue regarding a juvenile.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Sgt. Graham and Officer Abigail Armistead went to the Tremont Consolidated School in Tremont to visit and attend an assembly to welcome students back to school.
Sgt. Graham removed a dead deer from the roadway in Southwest Harbor.
Sgt. Graham assisted the ambulance service with a medical call in Southwest Harbor.
Following the report of a dead or sick deer in Southwest Harbor, Sgt. Graham responded and found that the deer was deceased and made arrangements for its removal.
Sgt. Graham issued a parking ticket to an illegally parked vehicle on Main Street in Southwest Harbor.
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Officer Russell documented reported harassment for someone in Southwest Harbor.
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Sgt. Graham assisted the ambulance service with a medical call in Southwest Harbor.
Officer Brown assisted someone with changing a flat tire in Southwest Harbor.
Following a couple of 911 calls, Officer Brown responded with the ambulance service to a medical call in Southwest Harbor. One person was transported to the hospital.
A Southwest Harbor business owner reported suspicious activity that has been happening in the early morning hours to Officer Brown.
Monday, September 7, 2026
Sgt. Graham spoke with a Tremont resident about issues regarding his dog.
Due to time constraints, we do not write about car/deer crashes or minor vehicle crashes such as parking lot or parked vehicle/moving vehicle collisions. We do realize that many readers are interested in car/deer collisions, so we will be listing them by town and roadway here.
BAR HARBOR — None reported.
MOUNT DESERT — (3) Route 102 – Sound Drive – Pretty Marsh Road
SOUTHWEST HARBOR — (1) Main Street
TREMONT — None reported.
STATE POLICE PRESS RELEASES
These are the Maine State Police press releases from the last few days. The Bar Harbor Story will include these each week though most (and sometimes all) do not occur on Mount Desert Island.
Fire Marshal’s Office Arrests Lewiston Man with Arson Following Structure Fire in Lewiston
LEWISTON—The State Fire Marshal’s Office has charged a Lewiston man with arson in connection with a fire Monday night at a Libby Avenue residence where he had been living with his girlfriend.
38-year-old Treven Stoops, of Lewiston, was arrested Tuesday afternoon by investigators with the State Fire Marshal’s Office. At the time, Stoops was being held at the Androscoggin County Jail on unrelated charges. Stoops’ bail was set at $5,000 cash.
There were no injuries as a result of the fire. Several pet birds that were inside the home died in the fire. The investigation was conducted jointly by the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Lewiston Police Department, and Lewiston Fire Department, with assistance from the Androscoggin County District Attorney’s Office. The investigation remains ongoing.
Maine State Police Investigating Death in Brunswick
BRUNSWICK—On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 12:48 a.m., the Brunswick Police Department responded to a 911 call at 5 Valerie Avenue in Brunswick for reported gunshots.
Upon the arrival of responding officers, an adult male was located deceased on the property. The resident of 5 Valerie Avenue was taken into custody on charges related to the incident and transported to the Cumberland County Jail.
The Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit and the Maine Fire Marshal’s Office responded to assist the Brunswick Police Department with the ensuing investigation.
The deceased male was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Augusta for an autopsy to confirm identity and determine cause and manner of death. There is no known danger to the public. As the investigation continues, investigators ask anyone with pertinent information of this incident to contact the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit at 207-624-7076, extension 9.
New Hampshire Man Charged Following Crash in I-95 Construction Zone
KENNEBUNK—On Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at approximately 1:25 a.m., troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on I-95 northbound near mile marker 24 in Kennebunk. The crash occurred in an active construction zone. The initial investigation determined that a gray 2020 Chevrolet 1500 pickup truck, operated by 28-year-old Brandon Perry, of Dover, New Hampshire, was traveling at a high rate of speed before striking several traffic cones and a mobile construction sign board. The truck came to rest with the sign board lodged in the front of the vehicle.
Heavy-duty wrecking equipment was needed to remove the sign board from the grill of the truck. Approximately five construction cones were struck during the crash. At the time, construction workers were working approximately 100 yards away conducting bridge repairs.
Perry told troopers the truck had been experiencing mechanical issues prior to the crash. Investigators determined that speed and the condition of the vehicle were contributing factors. Perry was evaluated at the scene but declined further medical treatment. He was charged with driving to endanger.
Maine State Police Investigating Shooting Death in Lewiston
LEWISTON—On Wednesday September 2, 2026, at 12:58 a.m., the Lewiston Police Department received 911 calls of a disturbance and shots fired outside of the Blue Goose Tavern at 69 Sabattus Street, in Lewiston. Officers arrived and located an adult male and an adult female suffering from gunshots wounds.
Both victims were transported to Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston where the male was pronounced deceased. The female was treated and later released for her injuries.
The Lewiston Police Department requested the assistance of the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit South to assist in the investigation. The adult male responsible for firing the shots has been identified and is cooperating with law enforcement.
The deceased male was transported to the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in Augusta where cause and manner of death will be determined. The deceased has since been identified as 37-year-old Travis Hunter, of Lisbon.
Anyone who has information or may have been around the Blue Goose at the time of the shooting is asked to call the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit at 207-624-7076.
Fire Marshal’s Office Highlights Importance of Smoke Alarms following Unity Fire
UNITY—On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office investigated an early morning fire at a two-unit residential building located at 33 School Street in Unity. At approximately 4:00 a.m., an occupant was awakened by an activated smoke alarm. The occupants were able to safely exit the residence and call 911.
Responding fire departments were able to quickly locate and suppress the fire, limiting its spread and preventing more extensive damage to the building. The early warning provided by working smoke alarms, combined with the rapid response and suppression efforts of the responding fire departments, played a significant role in limiting the spread of the fire and reducing the overall damage to the structure. Both apartments were affected by the incident; however, no injuries were reported.
Investigators with the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office examined the scene and determined that the fire originated within the attic area. Several electrical components within the area of origin were examined as part of the investigation. The exact cause of the fire could not be conclusively determined and is currently classified as undetermined.
The Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds residents of the importance of maintaining working smoke alarms on every level of the home and testing them regularly. This incident demonstrates the critical role early detection can play in providing occupants with time to safely escape and allowing the fire department to be notified before a fire spreads further.
MDEA Arrests Biddeford Man for Five Counts of Aggravated Trafficking in Schedule “W” Drugs
BIDDEFORD—In July of 2026, agents from the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency received information regarding a drug trafficking organization in York County. This intelligence received from MDEA’s local law enforcement partners resulted in the identification of the main trafficking location in Biddeford. Undercover purchases of illegal drugs were subsequently made from the address in Biddeford. Biddeford Police and the United States DEA assisted throughout this investigation.
On September 1, 2026, A judicial search warrant, along with arrest warrants, were sought and granted for the apartment of Lamont Brown, 50, of Biddeford, located on West Cutts Street in Biddeford.
At approximately 4:00 a.m., on September 2, 2026, MDEA, Biddeford Police, and the USDEA executed the search warrant at the residence. Brown was taken into custody for the arrest warrants without incident.
A search of the apartment resulted in the seizure of 961 grams of cocaine, 788 grams of fentanyl, 219 grams of methamphetamine, and 15 grams of cocaine base (crack). Approximately $12,000 in suspected drug proceeds and two firearms were located alongside the seized illegal drugs.
Brown was initially charged with two counts of aggravated trafficking in scheduled “W” drugs and was additionally charged with three counts of aggravated trafficking in scheduled “W” drugs and possession of a firearm by a felon. The aggravating factors include being in a school zone and possessing firearms. Brown is currently at the York County Jail being held on $225,000 cash bail pending an initial appearance.
This investigation will continue, and additional arrests are expected.
Buxton Police Department and the York County Sheriff’s Office also assisted in this investigation.
MDEA Arrests Two People for Aggravated Drug Trafficking in Danforth
DANFORTH—On Thursday, September 3, 2026, agents assigned to the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency’s Downeast Regional Drug Task Force, based in Ellsworth, and Aroostook County Drug Task Force, based in Houlton, conducted an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity in the Town of Danforth.
As part of the investigation, an arrest warrant was previously sought by MDEA and issued in Aroostook County for 39-year-old Rian Moore, of Danforth, for class A aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs (methamphetamine).
On the morning of September 3, 2026, agents conducted surveillance on Moore’s Residence. At approximately 9:50 a.m., Moore was observed leaving his residence operating a 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. A Washington County Deputy attempted to stop the vehicle operated by Moore as he traveled north on Route 169 in Danforth. Moore failed to stop and led the deputy on a pursuit through portions of Washington and Penobscot counties. The pursuit ended when Moore attempted to reverse direction, drove into a ditch and was taken into custody. The pursuit ended in Reed Plantation which is in Aroostook County.
During the pursuit, the deputy observed items being thrown from Moore’s vehicle, later found to be a small quantity of fentanyl. As a result of the ongoing investigation and information developed during the pursuit, MDEA agents applied for and were granted a search warrant for Moore’s residence, located at 17 Central Street, in Danforth.
Upon executing the search warrant, agents located approximately 100ggw (grams gross weight) of fentanyl and 146ggw of methamphetamine. The drugs seized have an estimated street value of $20,000.
Agents also took 26-year-old Courtney Stoddard, of Danforth, into custody at the residence. Stoddard was charged with class A aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs (fentanyl) and class B unlawful trafficking in scheduled drugs (methamphetamine).
Moore was arrested on his outstanding arrest warrant for class A aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs. Moore was also charged with an additional count of class A aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs (fentanyl) and class B unlawful trafficking in scheduled drugs (methamphetamine). Finally, Moore was charged by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office with eluding an officer, operating after revocation, and criminal speed. At the time of his arrest Moore was also on probation for class A manslaughter and a probation hold was issued.
Charges in this case are aggravated due to the weight of drugs seized and the residence’s proximity to a designated drug free safe zone.
The Maine Drug Enforcement Agency was assisted during the investigation by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the Maine State Police.
The MDEA stands committed to working with all federal, state, county, and local law enforcement partners in order to continue to identify and disrupt drug trafficking organizations who are attempting to distribute illicit drugs in the State of Maine.
Booking photos are available at the Washington County Jail.
All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
If you suffer with substance use disorder please call 211 or text your zip code to 898-211 for a list of resources available in your area.
If you have information about this investigation or the illegal sale of drugs in your community, you are urged to contact the Maine Drug Enforcement office closest to you or by texting MDEA to TIP411 (847411) or by calling the MDEA tip-line at 1-800-452-6457.
Maine State Police Investigating I-95 Crash in Auburn
AUBURN—On Thursday, September 3, 2026, at approximately 8:35 p.m., troopers responded to a crash on Interstate 95 southbound near mile marker 74 in Auburn. The preliminary investigation indicates that a Ram pickup truck hauling a flatbed trailer was traveling southbound when the vehicle drifted off the right side of the roadway, struck a speed limit sign and adjacent guardrail, jackknifed, and caught fire.
Investigators believe the operator may have fallen asleep prior to the crash. The operator, 40-year-old Juan-Manuel Munoz Rosquete, of Tampa, Florida, and a male passenger were able to exit the vehicle. Both sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
Munoz Rosquete will be cited for operating without a license. I-95 southbound in the area was temporarily closed while crews responded to the crash and reopened after the scene was secured. The crash remains under investigation.
Fire Marshal’s Office Investigates Structure Fire in Winslow
WINSLOW—On Friday September 4, 2026, at approximately 12:27 a.m., the Winslow Fire Department, along with mutual aid departments, responded to 130 Shorey Road in Winslow for a reported structure fire.
Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy fire conditions coming from the roof and front portion of the residence. Fire crews brought the fire under control, and the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office was contacted to assist with determining the origin and cause of the fire.
The residence has been vacant for several years but continues to have electrical power. No injuries were reported as a result of the fire. Investigators with the Fire Marshal’s Office responded to the scene, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Maine State Police Seek Witnesses in Limington Crash
LIMINGTON—Maine State Police is asking for the public’s help identifying the driver of a pickup truck involved in a crash Friday morning in Limington. At approximately 5:30 a.m., on Friday, September 4, 2026, a gold Subaru sedan was traveling in the area of 383 Cape Road when a light-colored, older-model pickup truck pulled out from Doles Ridge Road and cut in front of the Subaru. The two vehicles continued traveling on Cape Road.
When the driver of the Subaru attempted to pass the pickup, the pickup intentionally pushed into the Subaru, forcing it off the roadway. The Subaru struck a tree and caught fire. The driver of the pickup continued on without stopping.
The driver of the Subaru suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries and remains hospitalized. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could help identify the pickup or its driver is asked to contact Maine State Police at 207-624-7076, ext. 9, and ask to speak with Cpl. Wells.
Maine State Police and Maine State Troopers Foundation Join Forces to Commemorate the 25th Anniversary of 9/11
Proceeds from commemorative license plate auction to benefit the Trooper Black Foundation
AUGUSTA—The Maine State Police and the Maine State Troopers Foundation have partnered to honor the lives and sacrifices of the first responders who died on September 11, 2001, while raising funds for the Trooper Black Foundation.
From September 1 through September 14, a series of commemorative license plates will be displayed on Maine State Police cruisers throughout the state. The plates will feature designs honoring the heroes lost 25 years ago, along with the Trooper Black Foundation logo-a symbol of hope and support for first responders and their families.
Following the campaign, the commemorative plates will be auctioned to the public, with all proceeds benefiting the Trooper Black Foundation. The foundation provides assistance to first responders and their families during times of crisis or need. The Trooper Black Foundation was established in honor of Maine State Police Trooper Charles Clinton Black, who was shot and killed in the line of duty on July 9, 1964, while responding to a bank robbery at the First National Bank of Biddeford in South Berwick. His legacy of service continues through the foundation’s support of first responders and their families.
The foundation honors Trooper Charles Black, who was shot and killed on July 9, 1964, while responding to a bank robbery at the First National Bank of Biddeford. Its mission is: “Providing assistance to first responders and their families during times of crisis or need.”
Maine State Police Colonel William Ross said, “As a former New York City police officer, I am deeply honored that these plates recognize the sacrifices of so many first responders on that tragic day. I am equally proud that foundations such as the Trooper Black Foundation continue to give back to those who put the public first. By displaying these commemorative plates, we hope to convey a message of hope and remembrance to the people of Maine and the nation. This initiative reflects our commitment to the well-being of our communities and to all first responders.
“Remembrance” auction plates will be available on September 15, 2026, on the Trooper Foundation Website, www.mainestatetroopersfoundation.org.
HANCOCK COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
The following are the public releases from the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department. Each image can be clicked on and expanded.
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