In a devastating turn of events, Lewiston, Maine, witnessed a series of mass shootings that left at least 22 individuals dead and dozens wounded. The Maine State Police are actively investigating the unfolding situation, which occurred across multiple locations within the city.
Multiple law enforcement officials, briefed on the matter, disclosed that the horrifying incident involved a lone gunman who indiscriminately fired upon unsuspecting victims at various sites, including a local Lewiston bowling alley. It should be noted that the provided casualty figures are preliminary and subject to change as more information becomes available.
Lewiston Police promptly addressed the situation via a Facebook post, confirming an ongoing active shooter incident at two locations: Schemengees Bar and Grille and Sparetime Recreation, a popular bowling alley in the area. In response to the crisis, Maine State Police issued a shelter-in-place order for residents of Lewiston, the state’s second-largest city, to ensure their safety during the active shooter situation at multiple sites.
The law enforcement agencies urged the public to stay clear of roads to facilitate the unhindered access of emergency responders to hospitals. Additionally, the police department released an image of a vehicle that is being sought as part of their investigative efforts.
The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office joined the effort by sharing a photo of the suspect for identification purposes on their Facebook page. They encouraged individuals with relevant information to contact them through dispatch at androscoggincountymaine.gov or to respond via Facebook messenger.
The alert for Lewiston was issued shortly after 8 p.m., with the Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office confirming that multiple law enforcement agencies were actively investigating the tragic series of shooting events. At the time of the alert, the suspect remained at large, heightening concerns about public safety.
The sheriff’s office’s official statement read: “Law enforcement in Androscoggin County are investigating two active shooter events. We are encouraging all businesses to lock down and/or close while we investigate. The suspect is still at large.” The situation remains fluid, with ongoing efforts to bring the responsible party to justice and provide support to the affected community.
