The Local 340 leader says the workers reported the incidents to the labor group and now the county is investigating the behavior of Sheriff Wayne Gallant, who asserts he did nothing illegal.
Maine Crime
Police, crime and courts news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Father, son suspected in Auburn home invasion arrested in Illinois, Florida
The men are accused of entering the home of a woman on Park Avenue, tying her up at gunpoint and stealing her SUV in their escape.
Suspect arrested in theft of presents from Festival of Trees in Waterville
Organizers of the Sukeforth Family Festival of Trees say a $1,000 in lottery tickets and larger items such as a kayak and chain saw were taken, but the festival will continue this weekend.
Detroit man charged with assault of 6-year-old autistic boy
Brandan Kinney, 34, of Troy Road in Detroit, allegedly assaulted the boy on Nov. 6, police said.
Kennebec Journal Nov. 22 police log
Augusta area police reports for Nov. 22, 2017.
Oxford County sheriff admits to sending woman sexually explicit photo, steps down as association chief
Wayne Gallant is replaced as president of the Maine Sheriffs’ Association after the report by WGME-TV that he sent a photo of himself in uniform in his office.
Police probe allegations that teacher at Freeport High ‘sexted’ with student
Police and school officials confirm the investigation but decline to provide details about the accusations or the teacher.
Farmingdale man to appeal aggravated drunken driving conviction
Rowe L. Palmer, 38, is appealing the use of blood work as evidence at his trial.
Skowhegan woman sentenced to 6 months for endangering her child
Stephanie Freeman, 28, was arrested Tuesday for failing to appear in court and is due in court Wednesday on a separate charge of making a false statement.
Skowhegan man arrested Friday on robbery, burglary, theft charges
Alleged victim thought Jeremy Weymouth, 27, was carrying a gun.