Crime
Maine Mall shooting suspect identified as 20-year-old Ahmed Basheer Awad
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine — Authorities have identified the suspect in the Maine Mall shooting that occurred on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. The South Portland Police Department (SPPD) announced that they are actively searching for Ahmed Basheer Awad, a 20-year-old resident of Westbrook.
An arrest warrant has been issued for Elevated Aggravated Assault, a Class A felony, with additional charges anticipated as the investigation progresses.
The shooting took place at approximately 4 p.m. in the food court area of the Maine Mall. Witnesses reported hearing two gunshots coming from the bathroom within the food court. The commotion led to panic and chaos, with mall patrons—including families with young children— fleeing for safety.
Following the shooting, surveillance footage captured the suspect, Ahmed Basheer Awad, leaving the mall through the food court entrance.
SPPD has confirmed that one person was shot and later underwent surgery. The victim is expected to survive. Police officials have reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat; however, they urge anyone who sees the suspect to immediately contact law enforcement.
Authorities are continuing their investigation and reviewing surveillance footage from the mall to gather additional evidence.
Police urge anyone with information regarding Ahmed Basheer Awad’s whereabouts or details related to the shooting to contact:
- Detective Lieutenant Christopher Todd at 207-799-5511 Ext. 7448 (christo@southportland.gov)
- Detective Jeff Levesque at 207-799-5511 Ext. 7435 (jeffle@southportland.gov)
- Anonymous tips can be submitted at 207-347-4100
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are committed to ensuring public safety and bringing the suspect into custody. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.