News

Maine Man Shot By Deputy After Chase

Maine Man Shot By Deputy After Chase

Photo: 560 WGAN Newsradio


A Turner man faces charges and has gunshot wounds after being shot by a deputy.

Androscoggin County Deputies say they tried to arrest Christopher Lebrun on an existing felony warrant during a traffic stop, but Lebrun led them on a chase.

They say he crashed into a tree in Turner and pointed a gun at a deputy when getting out of his vehicle, and was shot twice by the deputy.

Lebrun was taken to Maine Medical Center where he is currently being treated for his injuries and will face new criminal charges.

The Office of the Attorney will investigate the use of deadly force. The deputy has been placed on administrative leave, as is standard protocol when a police officer is involved in the use of deadly force.

Latest Headlines

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

Here's a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few.

3 days ago in Entertainment

A character wouldn’t leave Reese Witherspoon alone. It led to her first novel

Reese Witherspoon's first novel for adults began with the kind of inspiration veteran fiction writers know well — a character who wouldn't leave her alone.

4 days ago in Entertainment

D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer who became an icon with ‘Untitled (How Does It Feel),’ dies

D'Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless "Untitled (How Does It Feel)" music video, has died. He was 51.

4 days ago in Entertainment

‘Tron: Ares’ tops box office but falls short of expectations with $33.5 million debut

"Tron: Ares" powered up the box office grid in the top spot this weekend, but Disney's third entry in the sci-fi franchise fell short of expectations.