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Police arrest Portland man in connection with commercial burglary; accomplice still at large

/Photo: Cumberland County Jail


Police say a burglary suspect was caught dragging a safe out of a Portland business Tuesday morning.

Portland police responded to a burglar alarm around 7 a.m. at 34 Exchange St., which is the location of Fatface Clothing. The department says the responding officer arrived to find 45-year-old Joseph Call and an accomplice dragging a safe through the snow in a suitcase. The two tried to flee, but Call was quickly taken into custody.

Call faces multiple charges including burglary. He was taken to Cumberland County Jail.

Police are still searching for his accomplice. He’s a white male who was wearing a tan or orange jacket with a dark hat and gloves.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Portland police.

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