A search of their vehicle on the Maine Turnpike in York uncovers methamphetamine and a loaded high-capacity rifle, state police say.
Maine Crime
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Michael Liberty, other defendants deny allegations they defrauded investors
The former Portland developer and the others formally respond to allegations brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Associate of bookie admits role in gambling operation
William Flynn, 76, faces five years in prison and agrees to forfeit $75,000.
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Wilton man sentenced to 2½ years for strangling woman
Steven E. Pare choked the woman until she passed out during what started out as consensual sex but turned nonconsensual, the deputy district attorney says.
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Rice from stolen Chinese takeout leads to arrests in Lewiston
Kernels of rice were found in a suspect’s shoes, leading to charges against three men for an April mugging.
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Ogunquit man charged with raping acquaintance in Arundel
Gezler S. Heron, 22, was arrested Wednesday and is being held on $50,000 cash bail.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Man who dismembered father in Gardiner granted time outside of psychiatric facility
Leroy Smith III, found not criminally responsible in the 2014 killing, has been permitted closely supervised time in the community.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, Maine Crime
Sex offender residency ordinance on Skowhegan Town Meeting agenda
Residents also will consider repealing a ban on fireworks sales, eliminating the requirement for special amusement permits and other town ordinances.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Robber took off on bicycle after robbing Lewiston bank, police say
Within an hour, police had charged a suspect with robbery.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Robber took off on bicycle after robbing Lewiston bank, police say
Within an hour, police had charged a suspect with robbery.