Some of the burglaries occurred in Canaan, allowing for the joint investigation of crimes apparently committed during the winter
Maine Crime
Police, crime and courts news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Oakland shooting victim released from hospital; alleged shooter remains in jail
Jeremy Clements, of Fairfield, has yet to post bail of $500,000 after he allegedly shot his ex-girlfriend, Jasmine Caret, earlier this month at her home in Oakland.
Hallowell man arrested Wednesday after allegedly resisting arrest, kicking police officer
The man, 48-year-old Luke T. Sunde, allegedly ‘said some inappropriate things,’ which prompted police to speak with him.
Man admits using fake ID to access Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
Authorities say Luis Medina used a false name and Social Security number to get into the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
New filing in Sanborn case adds accusations against police, prosecutor
Anthony Sanborn Jr., convicted in 1992 of killing Jessica Briggs, was released on bail this month after a key witness said her testimony against him had been coerced by investigators.
Transient woman banned from Brewer after sword attack
Police say Christina McCarthy cut her boyfriend with the sword.
Augusta man arrested after allegedly selling heroin to confidential informant
Daniel J. Weeks, 32, has been charged with aggravated drug trafficking and violating conditions of release.
Augusta man indicted on sex charges involving child
Derek Sterling is being held in lieu of $25,000 bail, according to an indictment unsealed this week at the Capital Judicial Center.
Augusta man to serve six months behind bars on child pornography conviction
A judge suspended the remainder of Randy Marquis’ three-year term.
Prominent South Portland dermatologist sentenced to 2 years in prison
Joel Sabean’s punishment for tax evasion and writing illegal prescriptions comes after a trial that included allegations he sexually abused a family member for years.