AN active shooter has been reported in Lewiston, Maine, with residents warned to stay inside and lock their doors as police investigate at multiple locations in the city.
Police have released a photo of the suspect as a manhunt is underway in Androscoggin County, about 35 miles north of Portland.
Facebook/Androscoggin County Sheriff’s OfficeCops released this photo as they hunt for the gunman who targeted multiple locations in Lewiston, Maine, about 35 miles north of Portland[/caption]
Facebook/Nichoel Wyman ArelPolice and other first responders have been called to several active scenes in the town[/caption]
“We ask people to shelter in place,” Maine State Police said in a tweet.
“Please stay inside your home with the doors locked. Law enforcement is currently investigating at multiple locations.
“If you see any suspicious activity or individuals please call 911.”
The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office said it’s investigating multiple active shooter events and that a suspect is still at large.
“We are encouraging all businesses to lock down and or close while we investigate,” the department said in a Facebook post.
The department released a photo of the suspect, who is wearing a brown jacket, blue pants, and tan shoes. He has brown hair and a beard.
Anyone with information about the alleged shooter is asked to send an email to [email protected] or call at 513-3001 ext. 3327.
“Please stay off the roads to allow emergency responders access to the hospitals,” the Lewiston Police Department said in a Facebook post.
The gunfire began around 7:15 pm at Sparetime Recreation, a bowling alley, The Sun Journal reported.
There was another shooting at Schemengees Bar & Grille Restaurant.
The shooter was spotted at a Walmart Distribution Center around 8:15 pm.
Lewiston Public Schools sent out a message urging those participating in parent-teacher conferences to shelter in place.
“We are going into lockdown,” Superintendent Jake Langlais said in the text.
“I will provide more information as it is available and appropriate.”
Medical professionals could be seen sprinting into the Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, reporter Terry Stackhouse said in a clip posted to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.
Maine Governor Janet Mills also released a statement about the shooting.
“I am aware of and have been briefed on the active shooter situation in Lewiston,” she said in a tweet.
“I urge all people in the area to follow the direction of State and local enforcement. I will to continue to monitor the situation and remain in close contact with public safety officials.”
Mutual aid has been called in from as far away as New Hampshire.
Members of the media have been asked to stage outside City Hall.
On social media, many people thanked law enforcement for their response.
“Praying for everyone in harms way and positive thoughts to the brave men and women who are trying to take the shooter down,” one Facebook user commented below the picture of the suspect.
The Lewiston Police Department, the Lewiston Fire Department, Maine State Police, and the Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Department didn’t immediately respond to The U.S. Sun’s requests for comment.
Facebook/Nichoel Wyman ArelThe gunfire began around 7:15 pm at Sparetime Recreation, a bowling alley in Lewiston[/caption]
Google MapsAnother round of gunfire was reported shortly thereafter at Schemengee’s Bar and Grille[/caption]
Facebook/Nichoel Wyman ArelAnyone with information about the shooter has been asked to send tips to the Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Department[/caption]
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