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Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office The Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office is located in Auburn, Maine

We serve all the towns of Androscoggin County (Poland, Greene, Minot, Turner, Mechanic Falls, Durham, Livermore and Livermore Falls, except Lisbon, Lewiston and Auburn) through patrol, dispatch services (for Police, Fire and Medical) and the Jail. Sheriff: Eric G Samson
Chief Deputy: William Gagne
Public Safety Director: Major Mark Cornelio
Jail Administrator: Major Jeffrey Chute
Assistant Jail Administrator: Captain Lane Feldman
Communications Director/Records Admin: Martin Fournier

Civil Rights Officers:
Chief Deputy William Gagne
Major Mark Cornelio
Detective Sergeant Maurice Drouin
Corporal Devon Bohacik
Deputy Matthew Noyes
Deputy Tyler Ham
Deputy Connor Pinkham
Deputy Bernice Westleigh
Deputy Joseph Tripp

All Civil Rights Officers can be reached through our dispatch center at (207) 753-2599

Let us never forget the victims from October 25, 2023 and their families.
10/25/2026

Let us never forget the victims from October 25, 2023 and their families.

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUEST – BURGLARY AND ATV THEFTDeputy Emma Stone is seeking the public’s assistance in connection wit...
10/20/2026

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUEST – BURGLARY AND ATV THEFT

Deputy Emma Stone is seeking the public’s assistance in connection with the theft of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) at a property located on the Royalsborough Road (Route 136) in Durham.

The incident is believed to have occurred sometime between October 8 and October 15, 2026. The ATV taken is described as a 2003 green Polaris Sportsman.

Deputy Stone is asking anyone who may recognize the vehicles in these photographs, observed suspicious activity in the area, or has information regarding the stolen ATV to come forward. Deputy Stone can be reached at 207-753-2599 or email at [email protected].

A RARE PIECE OF AMERICAN HISTORY IS COMING TO LEWISTON! History is coming to life right here in Maine! The first printed...
10/15/2026

A RARE PIECE OF AMERICAN HISTORY IS COMING TO LEWISTON!

History is coming to life right here in Maine! The first printed copies of the Declaration of Independence, known as the Dunlap Broadside, were printed in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776.

Now, you have a chance to see this incredible piece of our nation's history in person at the Maine MILL in Lewiston this Friday and Saturday!

This special opportunity is brought to our communities by the Maine Historical Society as part of their 16 County Tour, with the Maine Sheriff's Association, including the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office, being part of making this incredible opportunity possible!

It's a chance to connect with the document that helped shape our nation's future and experience a meaningful piece of American history right here in Maine. 🇺🇸

Location: Maine MILL
1 Beech Street
Lewiston, ME 04240

When: Friday and Saturday

Don't miss this unique opportunity to see history up close! Share this post and help spread the word.

10/14/2026

UPDATE: As of 10/15/26 at 7:45 pm Rt 117 in Turner is closed due to the load. We expect the roadway to be closed for several hours.

MEDIA RELEASE
Barnhart Heavy Haul Transport - Load #3
Jay to Oxford, Maine
Thursday, October 15, 2026

The public is advised that Barnhart Crane & Rigging will begin transporting Load #3 as part of the ongoing oversized equipment move from Jay, Maine, to South Portland, Maine.
The move is scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m. from Jay, Maine and will travel to a planned overnight hold location in Oxford, Maine. According to the project schedule, this segment will include a temporary jumper bridge operation on Route 117 in Turner.
Motorists should expect delays along the route and are encouraged to seek alternate routes when possible.
Anticipated Traffic Impacts
• Oversized load movement beginning at approximately 6:00 p.m.
• Temporary closure of Route 117 (Buckfield Road) in Turner for installation and use of a jumper bridge.
• The Route 117 closure is expected to begin at approximately 10:00 p.m.
• Traffic control personnel, law enforcement, and utility crews will be working along the route to facilitate the safe movement of the load.
Drivers are asked to use caution, follow all posted detours and traffic control devices, and allow additional travel time while the move is underway.
All dates and times are subject to change due to weather, operational requirements, or unforeseen circumstances.

10/13/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE
Barnhart Oversized Load Movements Continuing Through December 2026
Schedule Subject to Weather, Permitting, and Operational Changes
Residents and motorists are advised that Barnhart Crane & Rigging, in coordination with MaineDOT, Maine State Police, local law enforcement agencies, utility companies, and project stakeholders, will continue transporting oversized industrial components from Jay, Maine, to South Portland, Maine through early December. Remaining transport operations are expected to occur primarily during overnight hours to minimize impacts to the traveling public. Dates, times, and routes are tentative and may change due to weather, safety considerations, permitting requirements, equipment availability, or operational needs.
Remaining Move Schedule
LOAD 3
Thursday, October 15
• Jay to Oxford
• Move Start: 6:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #1 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Sunday, October 18
• Oxford to Gray
• Move Start: 7:00 PM
Monday, October 19
• Gray to Buxton
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #2 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Tuesday, October 20
• Buxton to South Portland
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #3 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
LOAD 4
Thursday, October 22
• Jay to Oxford
• Move Start: 6:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #1 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Sunday, October 25
• Oxford to Gray
• Move Start: 7:00 PM
Monday, October 26
• Gray to Buxton
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #2 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Tuesday, October 27
• Buxton to South Portland
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #3 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
LOAD 5
Thursday, October 29
• Jay to Oxford
• Move Start: 6:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #1 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Sunday, November 1
• Oxford to Gray
• Move Start: 7:00 PM
Monday, November 2
• Gray to Buxton
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #2 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Tuesday, November 3
• Buxton to South Portland
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #3 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
LOAD 6
Thursday, November 5
• Jay to Oxford
• Move Start: 6:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #1 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Sunday, November 8
• Oxford to Gray
• Move Start: 7:00 PM
Monday, November 9
• Gray to Buxton
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #2 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Tuesday, November 10
• Buxton to South Portland
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #3 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
LOAD 7
Thursday, November 12
• Jay to Oxford
• Move Start: 6:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #1 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Sunday, November 15
• Oxford to Gray
• Move Start: 7:00 PM
Monday, November 16
• Gray to Buxton
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #2 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Tuesday, November 17
• Buxton to South Portland
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #3 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
THANKSGIVING WEEK
No oversized load movements are currently planned during Thanksgiving week. Operations are expected to resume following the holiday period.
LOAD 8
Sunday, November 29
• Jay to Oxford
• Move Start: 6:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #1 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Monday, November 30
• Oxford to Gray
• Move Start: 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 1
• Gray to Buxton
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #2 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Wednesday, December 2
• Buxton to South Portland
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #3 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
LOAD 9
Thursday, December 3
• Jay to Oxford
• Move Start: 6:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #1 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Sunday, December 6
• Oxford to Gray
• Move Start: 7:00 PM
Monday, December 7
• Gray to Buxton
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #2 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Tuesday, December 8
• Buxton to South Portland
• Move Start: 9:00 PM
• Jumper Bridge #3 Road Closure Begins: 10:00 PM
Travel Advisory
Motorists should expect:
• Overnight oversized load movements.
• Temporary road closures associated with jumper bridge installations.
• Signed detours during closure periods.
• Rolling traffic delays along the route.
• Utility work and support vehicles operating in the corridor.
• Police-assisted traffic control at key intersections and roadway crossings.
Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time, follow posted detours, obey all traffic control devices, and follow directions provided by law enforcement and transportation personnel.
Important Notice
All dates, times, and road closure schedules are tentative and may be adjusted due to weather conditions, safety requirements, permitting requirements, equipment availability, or other operational considerations. Updated public notices will be issued as necessary throughout the project.
We appreciate the continued patience and cooperation of residents, businesses, municipalities, law enforcement agencies, and the traveling public as these specialized transport operations continue safely through Maine.

10/13/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office and Auburn Police Department Investigating Serious Motor Vehicle Crash

On October 12, 2026, at approximately 10:42 p.m., a deputy with the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation. The driver failed to stop and continued into Auburn on Minot Avenue.

The vehicle subsequently crashed in the 1600 block of Minot Avenue. Officers from the Auburn Police Department and personnel from the Auburn Fire Department also responded to the scene.

A female occupant of the vehicle was transported to Central Maine Medical Center by the Auburn Fire Department and was later transferred to Maine Medical Center with serious injuries.

The crash is under investigation by the Auburn Police Department, with both the Auburn Police Department and the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The crash and circumstances surrounding the incident are still part of an active investigation.

10/11/2026

UPDATE: Fatal Crash in Poland

The individuals involved in the fatal motor vehicle crash on Bakerstown Road in Poland have been identified.

The initial investigation indicates that Melinda Parker, 40, of Auburn, Maine, was operating a 2026 Toyota Camry northbound on Route 11 (Bakerstown Road) when her vehicle crossed into the southbound lane and collided with a 2019 Ram pickup truck hauling a camper.

The Ram pickup was operated by George Cole, 63, of Akron, Ohio, who was traveling southbound on Route 11.

Melinda Parker sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

A passenger in the Toyota, Tony Parker, sustained apparent minor injuries and was transported to Central Maine Medical Center by Poland Fire and Rescue.

George Cole sustained minor injuries and was released at the scene. A passenger in the Ram pickup, Kimberly Cole, was uninjured.

The crash investigation remains ongoing.
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Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash in Poland Under Investigation

The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred on Route 11 (Bakerstown Road) in Poland.

The initial investigation indicates that a 40-year-old woman was operating a 2026 Toyota Camry northbound on Route 11 when her vehicle crossed into the oncoming lane of travel and collided with a 2019 Ram pickup truck towing a camper. The crash occurred in the 700 block on Bakerstown Road.

The Ram pickup was operated by a 63-year-old man from Ohio, who was traveling southbound on Route 11.

As a result of the collision, the operator of the Toyota sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. A passenger in the Toyota sustained apparent minor injuries and was transported to Central Maine Medical Center by Poland Fire/Rescue.

The operator of the Ram pickup sustained minor injuries and was released at the scene. A passenger in the Ram pickup was uninjured.

No names are being released at this time pending notification of next of kin.

Bakerstown Road was closed for approximately four and a half hours while emergency personnel responded and the crash investigation was conducted. The roadway has since reopened.

An crash reconstruction is being completed as part of the ongoing investigation.

The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Mechanic Falls Police Department, Poland Fire/Rescue, the Lewiston Police Department’s accident reconstruction team, and the Maine Department of Transportation.

The investigation remains ongoing.

10/07/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Barnhart Superload Project Successfully Completes First Delivery; Second Load Scheduled to Begin October 7

South Portland, Maine – The first superload transport associated with Barnhart Crane & Rigging Project 190595 has successfully reached its final destination in South Portland, Maine. The project team would like to thank local communities, law enforcement agencies, utility personnel, MaineDOT, Maine State Police, municipal officials, and residents for their cooperation, patience, and support throughout the movement.

Following the successful completion of the first transport, preparations are now underway for Load #2. The second superload is scheduled to depart Jay, Maine, on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at approximately 6:00 PM, beginning the next phase of the project along the approved route toward South Portland.

Anticipated Load #2 Schedule

Wednesday, October 7
Jay to Turner
• Departure from Jay, Maine: 6:00 PM
• Overnight travel
• Holdover location in Turner

Thursday, October 8
Turner to Oxford
• Overnight travel
• Holdover location in Oxford

Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 11
Weekend Hold in Oxford
• No movement anticipated
• Load staged in Oxford

Sunday, October 11
Oxford to Gray
• Overnight travel
• Holdover location in Gray

Monday, October 12
Gray to Buxton
• Overnight travel
• Holdover location in Buxton

Tuesday, October 13
Buxton to South Portland
• Final transport leg
• Delivery to destination in South Portland

Public Information
Motorists should continue to expect:
• Slow-moving convoy operations
• Rolling traffic delays
• Temporary traffic control measures
• Utility, es**rt, and law enforcement activity along the route
• Temporary bridge operations and roadway impacts at select locations

Travelers are encouraged to allow extra travel time, follow posted traffic control measures, and obey directions from law enforcement officers and traffic control personnel.
The project team remains committed to working closely with local officials, utility providers, and public safety agencies to minimize impacts while maintaining the highest level of safety for residents, motorists, and project personnel.

We appreciate the continued patience and cooperation of all communities along the route and will provide additional updates as the project progresses.

10/07/2026

HIT-AND-RUN VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION REQUEST

The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit-and-run crash that occurred on October 6 at approximately 6:58 PM at the intersection of Maine Street and Aggregate Road in Poland, Maine.

Deputy Darian Nadeau is attempting to identify a vehicle believed to be:

2018–2020 Audi Q5 or SQ5
Dark-colored
Equipped with a roof rack
Expected to have damage to the front driver-side/front corner
A piece of the vehicle’s driver-side bumper grille was recovered at the scene.

If you have information regarding a vehicle matching this description, recently observed one with corresponding damage, or have relevant surveillance/dash-camera footage from the area around the time of the crash, please contact Deputy Darian Nadeau or the Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office at 207-753-2599 or [email protected].

🚨 NOW HIRING 🚨FULL-TIME CORRECTION OFFICERSANDROSCOGGIN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICEBUILD A CAREER. SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY. JOI...
10/05/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING 🚨
FULL-TIME CORRECTION OFFICERS
ANDROSCOGGIN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
BUILD A CAREER. SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY. JOIN OUR TEAM.

💰 COMPETITIVE PAY
$28.00–$36.00 PER HOUR
Starting pay based on experience, with:

Up to 15 years of prior corrections experience credited
Education stipends
Night shift differential
Overtime opportunities
Compensation for a 42-hour work week

🕐 A SCHEDULE THAT WORKS FOR YOU
12-HOUR FIXED SHIFTS — DAYS OR NIGHTS

15-day work rotation
Every other weekend off
Predictable fixed shifts
Overtime opportunities

⭐ EXCELLENT BENEFITS
Medical & dental insurance
20-Year Maine State Retirement Plan
50% benefit — no age requirement
457(b) retirement savings plan
13 paid holidays
Paid uniform allowance
Great team working environment

👮 WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Applicants must:

Be 18 years of age or older
Have a high school diploma or GED
Possess a valid Maine driver’s license
Have no major criminal convictions
Successfully complete a thorough background investigation
Successfully complete required state and federal criminal records checks
Meet medical requirements for participation in the corrections training program
Candidates must also meet applicable Maine Criminal Justice Academy requirements.

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
APPLY TODAY!
Applications and resumes accepted until positions are filled.

Applications are available at:

www.androscoggincountymaine.gov

📩 SEND YOUR APPLICATION OR RESUME TO:
Heidi Wieland [email protected]

📞 QUESTIONS?
Major Lane Feldman 753-2500 ext. 1835

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2 Turner Street
Auburn, ME
04210

Telephone

+12077532599

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