Adam Shawley, 33, of Newport, faces up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Maine Crime
Police, crime and courts news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Longtime Buxton selectwoman who hit town employee resigns after reaching plea deal
Chairwoman Jean Harmon was convicted of the misdemeanor for slapping a town employee and could have received 6 months in jail, triggering a provision in the town charter requiring her resignation.
Portland man charged with murder waives jury for trial that could be a ‘bit tricky’
Mark Cardilli, who says he acted in self-defense when he shot and killed Isahak Muse, will go to trial in front of a judge.
Portland police identify ‘person of interest’ in indecent exposure incidents
Police in Portland are working with their counterparts in Gorham, Sanford and Scarborough on incidents involving lewd conduct by a man.
Marijuana, cash and THC stolen from Farmington caregiver
About six pounds of medical marijuana, THC extract and about $1,000 in cash were stolen, Sgt. Michael Lyman said.
Hallowell man charged with firing gun at vehicle
Michael Butler was arrested Friday in Augusta after police say he shot at a vehicle in Hallowell.
Hollis man charged with trying to strangle a woman
Tyler Strout is facing a charge of felony assault as a result of Sunday’s alleged domestic violence incident.
Police continue to investigate Richmond man’s death
Andrew Sherman, 48, whose death is considered suspicious by police, was known locally as friendly and smart.
Sanford police investigate reports of man displaying lewd behavior
He is described by as thin, 25-35 years old and wearing his brownish-blond hair in a ponytail or ‘man bun.’
Westbrook driver arrested after endangering lives of 2 children, police say
Kayla Libby’s motor vehicle was boxed in by bystanders until troopers arrived Sunday afternoon in Arundel, Maine State Police say.