The ongoing manhunt in Maine following two devastating shootings in Lewiston. Get the latest information on the person of interest and the community’s response to this tragic incident.
The manhunt intensifies for a ‘person of interest’ in the tragic Maine shootings that shook the community of Lewiston. Multiple casualties were reported in the wake of two mass shootings, and officials are working tirelessly to bring the situation under control.
Maine Public Safety Commissioner Mike Sauschuck has identified the individual at the center of this investigation as 40-year-old Robert Card from Bowdoin, Maine. Card is considered armed and dangerous, and authorities have located his vehicle in the nearby town of Lisbon. The exact count of casualties is unclear as Commissioner Sauschuck refrained from disclosing specific numbers during a news conference held Wednesday night. He did, however, confirm that the shootings commenced at 6:56 p.m. ET.
The Lewiston Police Department has taken to social media, sharing what appears to be a driver’s license photo of Card as well as surveillance images depicting him in a brown sweatshirt, armed with an AR-style long gun. They urge the public to contact law enforcement with any information regarding his whereabouts.
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In response to the ongoing manhunt, a shelter-in-place order remains in effect for Androscoggin County, Maine, and police have advised residents to stay indoors with doors securely locked as the search for the suspect unfolds. The Maine State Police has expanded this advisory to include school closures in the town of Bowdoin.
The Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston has described their response to the situation as a “mass casualty, mass shooter event” and is collaborating with neighboring hospitals to admit patients in need of medical attention.
The manhunt appears to be connected to shootings at two distinct locations: Schemengees Bar and Grille and Sparetime Recreation, a local bowling alley. The sequence of these attacks and the exact number of shots fired at each venue remain uncertain. Schemengees Bar and Grille expressed their grief on social media, lamenting the loss of lives and extending their condolences to the affected community.
Lewiston’s Mayor, Carl Sheline, shared his heartbreak over the situation and highlighted the city’s reputation for strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
The police have urged residents to keep roads clear to ensure unimpeded access for emergency responders, and a significant law enforcement presence has been deployed throughout the state of Maine.
Maine Medical Center, located in Portland, has made preparations for potential patient transfers and has temporarily restricted access to their campuses to non-hospital personnel and non-patients due to the evolving nature of the situation.
In response to these events, the city of Lewiston has closed municipal buildings, including City Hall and the public library, and canceled various programs and events. The superintendent of Lewiston Public Schools has announced the cancellation of all classes for the following day.
The White House has been briefed on the situation, and President Biden has offered full federal support in the aftermath of this tragic incident. The Justice Department is also closely monitoring the situation and providing assistance to local law enforcement in Lewiston.
Lewiston, as the second-largest city in Maine, is grappling with this unforeseen tragedy. The community, with its diverse population, faces a challenging time, but it is known for its resilience and unity.
In 2022, Maine reported a total of 29 homicides, with 15 of those cases being domestic in nature. As the situation unfolds, the public awaits further information during a law enforcement news briefing scheduled for 10:30 a.m. ET at Lewiston City Hall.
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