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Turner Man Arrested in Connection to Lewiston Shooting

Turner Man Arrested in Connection to Lewiston Shooting

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A Turner man has been arrested in connection of a shooting in Lewiston.

According to Lewiston police, they responded to reports of a shooting Thursday afternoon at 235 Bartlett Street. No injuries were reported.

Police say 22-year-old Nikolas Rancourt was quickly arrested and a gun was recovered.

Rancourt is currently being held at the Androscoggin County Jail and was charged with reckless conduct with dangerous weapon.

The gunfire happened a few blocks away from a separate shooting on Tuesday near Jefferson Street.

Police say there is no ongoing threat to the public, and further details will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information is asked to call Lewiston Detective Tyler Martin at (207) 513-3001 ext. 3322.

 

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