A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday night in a Maine city, where a deadly shooting spree took place across three different locations. The shooting has resulted in the loss of at least 22 lives, with 30 others sustaining injuries. The active shooter situation occurred at Schemengees Bar and Grille Restaurant, a Walmart store, and Sparetime Recreation, according to confirmed reports.
The Androscoggin County Sheriffs Office has released a photo of the active shooter, who was seen carrying a rifle. Additionally, the Lewiston Maine Police Department has shared an image of the suspect wearing a brown sweatshirt. It is important to note that the suspect’s “front bumper may be painted black,” as mentioned by the police.
Maine State Police took to Facebook to inform the public about the active shooting situation in Lewiston, a city with a population of 36,000 located 35 miles north of Portland. The Central Maine Medical Center, a local hospital, referred to the incident as a “mass casualty, mass shooter event.” The hospital, however, refrained from providing specific details about the number of casualties.
In response to the situation, Central Maine Healthcare is working in coordination with other area hospitals to accommodate the influx of patients. The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office has shared two photos of the suspect, urging residents in Lewiston to “shelter in place” and remain indoors with locked doors for their safety.
Law enforcement authorities are actively investigating the shooting spree, aiming to bring the perpetrator to justice. The motive behind the attack is yet to be determined.
The community of Lewiston, along with the state of Maine, is left in shock and mourning as they grapple with this senseless act of violence. The loss of innocent lives and the injuries sustained by many have deeply impacted the city.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
