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Portland police make two arrests following incident that sent officers to the hospital

Frederick Archer. Photo: Cumberland County Sheriff's Office


Police in Portland say two people have been arrested stemming from an alleged assault that led to three officers being sent to the hospital.

Police say they encountered 21-year-old Frederick Archer while responding to an unrelated disturbance on Preble Street on Sunday evening.

According to police, Archer is a felon who’s not allowed to possess a firearm but had a handgun on his waistband. He allegedly resisted arrest, kicking and punching at officers. Three officers were treated and released from the hospital.

Police also arrested a 17-year-old who they say was part of a crowd that had formed around them. He’s accused of throwing a metal container and shoving an officer.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact police.

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