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Penobscot County Sheriff's Office Welcome to the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office Official page. The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office would like to welcome you to our page.

This site was established in order to provide timely public safety information. It is not attended to be used for the reporting crimes, emergencies or 2-way communications. To report a crime or request assistance, please contact the
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Two LaGrange Men Arrested on Fi****ms Charges Following InvestigationOn October 8, 2026, the Penobscot County Sheriff’s ...
10/12/2026

Two LaGrange Men Arrested on Fi****ms Charges Following Investigation

On October 8, 2026, the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office received a report of fi****ms being discharged from a residence in LaGrange.
During the investigation, deputies determined that gunfire had crossed the roadway and struck a residence located across the street, creating a potentially dangerous situation for nearby residents.

As the investigation progressed, deputies obtained a search warrant for the suspects’ residence. Investigators confirmed that both individuals were convicted felons and prohibited from possessing fi****ms.

Guy Shurman, 37, and Daniel Turner, 44, both of LaGrange, were taken into custody and transported to the Penobscot County Jail. Both men were charged with Possession of a Fi***rm by a Prohibited Person.

The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Maine State Police during the ex*****on of the search warrant.

The investigation remains an example of the importance of community members reporting potentially dangerous activity to law enforcement.

The Sheriff’s Office appreciates the public’s assistance in helping maintain the safety of our communities.

Burglary Suspect Apprehended Following Multi-Agency Response in Passadumkeag.On October 10, 2026, at approximately 10:45...
10/11/2026

Burglary Suspect Apprehended Following Multi-Agency Response in Passadumkeag.

On October 10, 2026, at approximately 10:45 p.m., dispatch advised Penobscot County deputies of a burglary at a residence on Main Road in the town of Passadumkeag.

The caller reported that her ex-boyfriend had broken into the residence through a window. The suspect fled the scene prior to deputies’ arrival. He was also subject to active bail conditions prohibiting him from being at the residence or having contact with the victim.

Upon arrival, deputies heard movement in the woods and tracked the individual. The suspect was ultimately located across the river on an island, where a kayak was also found.

Deputies attempted to make contact with the suspect, identified as Nicholas Violette, 25, of Chester. Violette did not respond.

When Violette failed to comply with commands to surrender, assistance was requested. The Lincoln Police Department deployed a drone to the scene, the Old Town Police Department provided a canine unit for apprehension, and the Maine Warden Service responded with a boat and game wardens.

As the drone flew overhead, Violette surrendered. The arrest team crossed the small waterway and took Violette into custody without incident.

Violette was charged with burglary and violation of conditional release.

We thank our law enforcement partners at the Maine Warden Service, the Old Town Police Department, and the Lincoln Police Department for their assistance. This incident is a strong example of law enforcement agencies working together to safely apprehend suspects.

From Protecting and Serving to Stirring and Tasting!Penobscot County Deputies stopped by the Carmel Union Congregational...
10/08/2026

From Protecting and Serving to Stirring and Tasting!

Penobscot County Deputies stopped by the Carmel Union Congregational Church for their annual peanut brittle-making day, trading their usual duties for a little stirring, sampling, and sweet community spirit!

All jokes aside, we’re grateful to the church for continuing to invite us to be part of this wonderful tradition. Events like these are a great reminder that serving our community goes beyond the badge — it’s about building relationships, sharing smiles, and being part of what makes our communities special

Update on fatal Plymouth crash. On 9/30/2026, at 6:39 pm Kendall Thompson, 67 and Patricia Thompson, 68 of Dixmont, wer...
10/02/2026

Update on fatal Plymouth crash.


On 9/30/2026, at 6:39 pm Kendall Thompson, 67 and Patricia Thompson, 68 of Dixmont, were driving their Chrysler sedan eastbound on Route 7 near Plymouth Pond.

A Hyundai Santa Cruz operated by Timothy Malo, 69 of Newport, was traveling westbound.

An early investigation indicates Malo's vehicle crossed the center line and struck the Thompson's vehicle in the eastbound lane. As a result of the crash, both vehicles left the roadway and came to rest in Plymouth Pond.

All three occupants were transported to the hospital, sadly Mrs. Thompson passed away from her injuries sustained during the crash.

This investigation is ongoing, and a review will be conducted to determine what charges will be filed in this investigation.

Penobscot County Sheriff's Office partners with Sheriffs across the state to acknowledge Domestic Violence Awareness Mon...
10/01/2026

Penobscot County Sheriff's Office partners with Sheriffs across the state to acknowledge Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), a time to recognize the lives impacted by domestic violence, honor those we have lost, celebrate survivors, and remind victims that they are not alone. It is also an opportunity to raise awareness, strengthen support, and bring our communities together in the effort to end domestic violence.

The Maine Sheriffs’ Association remains committed to reducing domestic violence and protecting those affected through our shared mission: “Protecting Victims, Strengthening Communities.”
We are proud of the work our Association has accomplished in bringing Maine VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) to our state. Through this important partnership, victims and witnesses have access to confidential electronic notifications regarding an offender’s custody status, helping ensure they remain informed and aware of important changes.

We recognize that awareness must be matched with action, collaboration, and a continued commitment to those who need our support.

Together, we stand with survivors. Together, we protect victims. Together, we work toward safer communities.

THE MAINE VINE LINK can also be found through the inmate search portion of our mobile app.

Maine VINE - https://vinelink.vineapps.com/state/ME

Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence - https://www.mcedv.org/

Sheriff’s Office investigates fatal motor crash in Plymouth.On 09/30/26 at approximately 6:39pm, the Penobscot Regional ...
10/01/2026

Sheriff’s Office investigates fatal motor crash in Plymouth.

On 09/30/26 at approximately 6:39pm, the Penobscot Regional Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a serious motor vehicle crash in the area of 1789 Moosehead Trail in Plymouth. Deputies with the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office and the Plymouth Fire Department were immediately dispatched to the scene.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a small sedan was traveling eastbound on Moosehead Trail when it was struck by a pick-up truck traveling westbound. After the collision, both vehicles exited the roadway on opposite side of the road and into Plymouth Pond.

Upon arrival, emergency services immediately began treating the patients involved. The two occupants of the sedan were immediately transported to the hospital. The male (67) driver was transported with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. The female passenger (68) was transported to the hospital with serious life-threatening injuries. Once at the hospital, the female passenger succumbed to her injuries. The male (69) operator of the pick-up truck was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

PCSO Deputies, Criminal Investigation Division and Crash Reconstruction responded to the scene. The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by Plymouth Fire Department, Bangor PD .

This investigation remains active and no other details will be released at this time.

Purpose, Awareness, Connection, and Education (PACE)Purpose, Awareness, Connection, and Education (PACE) is a true corre...
09/28/2026

Purpose, Awareness, Connection, and Education (PACE)

Purpose, Awareness, Connection, and Education (PACE) is a true correctional diversion program designed to hold sentenced individuals accountable while providing them with a meaningful educational and rehabilitative experience.

Since its inception, PACE has served nearly 500 participants. Because of space limitations, the program has often been conducted in rented facilities throughout the greater Bangor area. Despite those limitations, the program has demonstrated tremendous success in connecting individuals with proven local programs and community resources. To date, there have been zero incidents of participants failing to return to programming.

With an appropriately sized and dedicated space, we believe PACE has significant potential for continued growth. The program provides the criminal justice system with another meaningful option when determining how to address sentences for individuals who have been convicted of an offense. It represents true correctional diversion, an opportunity for cost savings, and a productive approach to incarceration for sentenced individuals.

During the most recent program, 15 individuals participated, and several members of the District Attorney’s Office took the opportunity to visit and see firsthand the impact PACE can have. Their involvement provided an opportunity to demonstrate how structured correctional programming can promote accountability while also connecting individuals with education, resources, and positive pathways forward.

Our educational liaison and correctional programming team continue to evaluate the program and brainstorm ways to expand PACE to meet the evolving needs of today’s correctional system.

Our mission is to operate a safe, secure, and humane correctional facility. Achieving that mission requires recognizing and addressing the complex circumstances individuals bring with them when they enter our custody. Appropriate facilities and dedicated programming space would provide us with greater opportunities to meet many of the needs we have identified.

PACE demonstrates what can be accomplished when accountability, education, community connection, and effective correctional programming come together. With the appropriate resources and space, we believe this program can become an even greater asset to the criminal justice system and the communities we serve.

Public Safety will not contact you asking for funds. No law enforcement agency or correctional facility at any level wil...
09/27/2026

Public Safety will not contact you asking for funds.

No law enforcement agency or correctional facility at any level will call, text, email, or message you demanding payment for bail, fines, fees, pretrial services, or other alleged costs.

Public safety agencies across Maine continue to receive reports of these scams and are warning the public.

Scammers may change their story, but their goal remains the same: to get your money. They may demand payment through gift cards, bank transfers, payment apps, cryptocurrency, or other financial platforms.

These scammers often use fear, urgency, and threats of arrest or other enforcement action to pressure victims into making immediate payments.

Sadly, people continue to fall victim.

PLEASE HELP US SHARE THIS IMPORTANT MESSAGE:
PUBLIC SAFETY WILL NEVER CONTACT YOU DEMANDING PAYMENTS FOR ANY SERVICES.

Enjoy a fall weekend on Penobscot County. Penobscot County offers some of Maine’s best fall activities—from apple pickin...
09/26/2026

Enjoy a fall weekend on Penobscot County.

Penobscot County offers some of Maine’s best fall activities—from apple picking and finding the perfect pumpkin to visiting local farms filled with fresh vegetables, exploring corn mazes, and enjoying the many small-town events happening throughout our communities.

With so much to enjoy, our roadways will be busy. Please slow down, pay attention, put the electronic devices away, and never operate a vehicle under the influence.

Let’s make this a safe and memorable fall season for everyone.
And if you decorate your pumpkins—or even your scarecrows—with a Sheriff’s Office theme, we want to see them! Share your pictures with us!

“Image credit: ChatGPT (AI-generated).”

A LIVING PIECE OF AMERICAN HISTORYThis past week, the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office had the honor of escorting and v...
09/20/2026

A LIVING PIECE OF AMERICAN HISTORY

This past week, the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office had the honor of escorting and visiting the Dunlap Broadside of the Declaration of Independence—one of only 26 surviving copies of the original 1776 printing.

Standing in the presence of a document that represents the birth of our nation is difficult to put into words. For those of us entrusted with protecting our communities, it carries an even deeper meaning.

The Sheriff is the only law enforcement office specifically recognized in the United States Constitution. That connection to our nation’s founding makes the opportunity to see this historic document especially meaningful.

On behalf of the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office, thank you to the Portland Historical Society for bringing this remarkable piece of American history to communities across all 16 Maine counties and giving Mainers the opportunity to see it firsthand.

We don’t just protect the communities we serve—we have a responsibility to understand and honor the history and principles that created the country we serve.

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