Brian Woodbury apparently struggled with Leein Hinkley at Woodbury’s friend’s home June 15 before explosions and a blaze destroyed the house.
Christopher Williams
Chris Williams covers courts and daytime crime at the Sun Journal where he has been a staff writer for more than two decades. He reports on local, state and federal courts as well as spot news, crashes, fires and other general mayhem. During his time at the Sun Journal, he has served on Sunday and enterprise staff, covering politics, state government, environmental and health care issues, sometimes tackling investigative stories. When he's not on the beat, Chris enjoys sailing, skiing and restoring his Victorian era home.
Posted inBethel, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log: June 24, 2024
• Sarah D. Ashmore, 48, of 8 Ernest St., Rumford, on a charge of domestic violence assault, 7:05 p.m. Saturday, June 22, in Rumford, by Rumford Police Department. • Dawson S. Bond, 21, of 112 Cheryl Lane, Oxford, on charges of violation of protective order, violation of condition of release and possession of firearm when […]
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Gov. Mills faults judge in Auburn rampage that left at least two dead
The governor says the judge had the authority to appoint an attorney to represent an indigent defendant.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Rumford man gets 14 years for robberies in Lewiston murder case
The victim’s mother told the judge her family didn’t want the plea deal agreed to by the defendant.
Posted inMaine Crime, News, River Valley
Two men charged with illegally growing pot in Mexico garage
Federal agents say the alleged operation is near a day care and a middle school.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Maine top jurist defends judge’s decision to lower bail for Lewiston man
Police say Leein Hinkley threatened a woman and her boyfriend before setting a fire that burned her home early Saturday; Hinkley died in a shootout with police.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Auburn man gets probation in Boston sex assault case
The victim says the 2018 assault completely changed her life.
Posted inBethel, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log: June 14, 2024
• Jonathan E. Caiani, 29, of 156 Ledgeview Cove, Auburn, on a charge of violation of condition of release, 5:01 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, at 304 King St., Oxford, by Oxford Police Department. • John J. Carey III, 68, of 240 Crown Ridge Road, North Conway, New Hampshire, on charges of disorderly conduct, indecent conduct […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, Nation / World, News
Auburn woman sentenced in Jan. 6 Capitol riot, expresses regret for her actions
Kimberly Sylvester will be on probation for a year and pay $500 in restitution.
Posted inBethel, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log: June 10, 2024
• Chad W. Cormier, 30, of 117 Rockwood Estates, West Gardiner, on a probation violation and charges of violation of condition of release and failure to appear after bailed, 10:48 a.m. Sunday, June 9, in West Gardiner, by unknown arresting agency. • Miranda M. Gerry, 25, of 521 South Main St., Woodstock, on a charge […]