Lewiston Police Department

Residents said they're concerned about the proliferation of guns in the community, and would like to bolster support services for youth and families.

Last weekend, a Somali-American teenager was found dead after police responded to a 911 call of shots fired, part of a broader trend of increased gun violence in the area.

The shooting is believed to be an isolated incident, and police say there is no threat to the public.

Lewiston’s police chief is urging residents to comply with Gov. Janet Mills’ stay-at-home order aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19. In a statement…

Lewiston Police say they have determined that the death of officer Nicholas Meserve in February was caused by an accidental overdose of Fentanyl. Police…

Lewiston police officer Nicholas Meserve's death in February was the result of an overdose of the opioid drug fentanyl, says the city's Police Chief,…