Lewiston, Maine is under active police response after reports of an armed man triggered lockdowns at Bates College, Lewiston High School, and nearby hospitals.
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Authorities in Lewiston are responding to an evolving incident involving reports of an armed man, prompting widespread lockdowns across schools, colleges, and hospitals in the city.
Police confirmed that officers are actively searching the College Street area as the situation develops.
What Happened
The incident began Thursday afternoon when reports emerged of a man in his 30s allegedly:
- Armed with a weapon
- Possibly threatening harm to himself or others
- Last seen near the College Street corridor
Law enforcement immediately launched a coordinated search operation involving multiple units.
Schools and College Lockdown
Bates College issued a shelter-in-place order after receiving reports of a possible armed individual near campus.
Lewiston High School also went into lockdown as a precaution.
Officials confirmed:
- Students and staff must remain indoors
- All campus access points were secured
- Police are coordinating with school security teams
Hospital Lockdown Measures
Nearby medical facilities also activated emergency protocols:
Central Maine Medical Center and other hospitals in the area:
- Restricted entry and exit points
- Continued emergency operations
- Heightened security due to police activity nearby
Police Search Operation
Law enforcement agencies from Lewiston and Auburn deployed units across multiple locations, including:
- College Street near Union Street
- Campus Avenue area
- Surrounding residential streets
Reports indicated a brief foot chase during the search as officers attempted to locate the suspect.
A tracking dog was also deployed as part of the search effort.
Suspect Information
Authorities described the suspect as:
- Male, approximately in his 30s
- Wearing a hooded sweatshirt
- Wearing black pants
- Last seen in the Campus Avenue area
Police have not confirmed any injuries or arrests at this time.
Current Situation Status
- Active search for armed suspect ongoing
- Multiple schools and college in lockdown
- Hospitals secured as precaution
- Police presence heavy across Lewiston