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Chief Frank Clark

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Chief Frank Clark

Posted on May 18, 2021 by dmartignetti

We speak with Chief Frank Clark, Portland Police Department on the issues surrounding their calls for service involving mental health and suicide during the pandemic.

If you believe that you or someone you know could be in crisis, please do not hesitate to call PPD by dialing 911 or by calling one of the help lines below.

The Statewide Crisis Line: (888) 568-1112

Dialing 211

Cumberland County: 24 Hour Hotline 207-774-HELP (4357)

NAMI Maine‘s Support Line: 800-464-5767

Maine’s Domestic Violence Help Line: (866-834-HELP)

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