News

Maine State Police recover guns, drugs and a cannon from residence of wanted man


Police say three people were arrested in connection with a search for a wanted man Liberty on Thursday.

Maine State Police traveled to the home on School Ridge Road to locate a wanted man, 27-year-old Cole Libby, who lived at the residence.

Police say Libby was in possession of 50 grams of fentanyl, as well as firearms, drug scales, and about $8,500 in suspected drug proceeds.

28-year-old Felichia Glidden and 56-year-old Randall Smith, both from Liberty, were also found with drugs and taken into custody. Police say they’re convicted felons.

Police also uncovered high-value items from commercial thefts, including a Can-Am Side by Side off-road vehicle and a cannon.

Libby, Glidden and Smith were taken to Waldo County Jail and were out on bail Friday.

Police say the investigation is ongoing. They’re asking anyone who knows anything about the cannon or its owner to give them a call.

Latest Headlines

2 hours ago in Local

UMaine Fort Kent Hosting First-Ever Poutine Fest

The gathering is being described as a way to celebrate the  Acadian culture.

3 hours ago in Local

State Fire Marshall Investigating Buxton Fire in Grass, Woods

The Buxton Fire Department was called in and extinguished the fire.

4 hours ago in Local

Fire at Lewiston warming center leaves one person injured

A woman was injured in a fire at a warming center in Lewiston.

4 hours ago in Local

Remains found in Kennebec County during missing person investigation

Police are investigating after human remains were discovered Tuesday morning in Clinton.

12 hours ago in Local

1 Dead, 4 Injured in Gorham Crash

The cause of the crash is still under investigation.