Crime
Man Dies by Suicide in Front of Multiple Witnesses, Including Children, on Chadbourne Ridge Road
WATERBORO, Maine – A tragic incident unfolded at the overlook on Chadbourne Ridge Road in Standish, where a man died by suicide in front of multiple witnesses, including ten children.
According to authorities, the individual shot himself in the head with a firearm while standing in view of several people at the scenic overlook.
Upon arrival, emergency responders found the deceased man lying on the ground with the firearm still resting on his chest.
The York County Sheriff’s Office has taken control of the scene.
Standish Rescue has cleared the area, while law enforcement officers continue managing the situation.
Due to the number of witnesses, including multiple minors, the Sheriff’s Office has requested assistance from Windham Police Department to help secure the area and manage the bystanders.
Authorities are working to provide support to those who witnessed the event.
This is an active investigation, and no further details have been released at this time.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.