At least 22 people were killed and dozens of others were injured in shooting attacks that took place on Wednesday in the city of Lewiston, Maine, in the northeastern United States, and the perpetrator is still on the run, according to what local media and police reported. “There is an active shooter in the town of Lewiston,” Maine State Police said in a Facebook post.
Published on: 10/26/2023 – 04:34
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NBC News reported, citing a police source, that at least 22 people were killed and between 50 and 60 others were injured on Wednesday in a random shooting in the city of Lewiston. Maine, USA.
Maine State Police and a local official had previously reported a shooting on Wednesday evening, but did not provide details.
“There is a person shooting in Lewiston. We are asking people to shelter in place. Please remain inside your homes, with doors closed. Law enforcement is currently investigating multiple locations,” Maine State Police said on X.
The Androscoggin Mayor’s Office posted two photos of the suspect on Facebook, saying he was at large.
The mayor requested the public’s help in identifying the suspect, a bearded man wearing a long-sleeved shirt and jeans, who was carrying a rifle at the shooting site.
Maine Medical Center in Lewiston issued a statement, saying that it was “responding to numerous injuries and random shootings,” and is coordinating with area hospitals to receive patients.
Lewiston is part of the Androscoggin region, located about 56 kilometers north of Portland, the largest city in Maine.
The Sun Journal, citing a Lewiston police spokesman, reported that shooting occurred at three different locations.
An official in Washington said that President Joe Biden has been informed of the incident and will continue to receive updates.
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2023-10-26 02:34:43
