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Augusta police

Published
August 7, 2023

Augusta officers acted in self-defense when they fatally shot man at homeless shelter, Maine attorney general says

The recent findings are consistent with every other investigation of officer-involved shootings by the Office of the Maine Attorney General.
Published
July 31, 2023

Swastikas, racial slurs spray painted at Augusta’s Mill Park

Police are investigating the vandalism as a felony act and, potentially, a hate crime.
Published
July 31, 2023

Death of Augusta man found on side of road investigated as homicide

Tyler Robinson, 34, was found dead Friday night on Old Belgrade Road in Augusta.
Published
July 28, 2023

Augusta to ramp up police presence downtown after merchants say uptick in crime is causing fear

Officers to be paid overtime to patrol the Water Street area while city councilors weigh whether to fund a new full-time position.
Published
June 26, 2023

Augusta officials consider short-term solutions to address concerns about homeless encampments

Local officials are focused on cleaning up areas where homeless people camp and on long-term solutions to address the crisis.

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Published
April 28, 2023

Augusta considering campsites for homeless people when overnight shelter closes

Some worry providing a place for homeless people to camp could create an influx of people from other parts of the state that would overwhelm local resources.
Published
April 7, 2023

Man who allegedly stole Augusta police cruiser found not competent to stand trial

Kyle King, 27, who is being held at Kennebec County jail, has been committed to Riverview Psychiatric Center for treatment meant to restore his mental competency.
Published
March 16, 2023

Man who threatened to kill maintenance worker in Augusta sentenced to 2 years

Paul F. Fay III, 38, told a judge he has been unable to get help for mental illness that causes him to lash out during manic episodes.
Published
March 14, 2023

Augusta man shot while assaulting federal officer sentenced to prison

Derik Broox Wight allegedly held a knife near the throat of a federal officer before he was shot by another officer at the Edmund S. Muskie Federal Building in Augusta last year.
Published
February 9, 2023

Augusta police failed to identify themselves until last seconds in 2019 shooting of man

The Maine Deadly Force Review Panel, created the same year as the Augusta incident, recommends officers identify themselves as police officers loudly when knocking at someone's door.