The body of a New York teenager was found on a lawn this month, shot dead in what police say was a drug-related killing.
Maine Crime
Police, crime and courts news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Mount Vernon man, called ‘epitome of a pedophile’ by victim, sentenced to 6 years over sexual assault
Jeffrey D. Wiles sexually abused victim for several years, authorities said.
Augusta man allegedly assaults woman who gave him ride, tries to crash her vehicle
Christopher M. Good, 55, faces charges of assault and unlawful sexual touching following the Thursday incident, police said.
Gardiner police arrest man in connection with recent store robbery
Joshua Brown, 37, was arrested by Gardiner Police after authorities said that citizens came forward “and provided critical information during the course of our investigation.”
Vassalboro man admits he stalked ex-girlfriend, stole her father’s ashes and her daughter’s geckos
Edward B. Robinson, 40, is expected to serve four years in prison after pleading guilty Thursday to assault and terrorizing charges.
Jay man who police say crashed into 3 cars arrested again after walking on interstate
Jeffrey Smart, 48, was charged and released Tuesday after investigators say he was under the influence when he struck other cars.
Eleven defendants plead not guilty to charges in a marijuana, money laundering conspiracy
An attorney for Lucas Sirois of Farmington, who is said to be the ring leader, plans to file a preliminary injunction in the case.
Man suspected of burglary arrested in Skowhegan following foot chase
David McGregor Jr. of Skowhegan is charged with failure to stop for a law enforcement officer and refusing to submit to arrest.
New Sharon man charged with cruelty to animals
Seven of 10 animals died in a Livermore Falls apartment on Main Street about two months after being abandoned by Parker Foster, police said.
Inmates in solitary confinement go on hunger strike at Maine State Prison
The inmates are protesting conditions in their segregated unit.