FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rebecca Stefansky, rebecca.stefansky@maine.gov
Federal Law Enforcement Fatal Use of Deadly Force in Biddeford, Maine, July 13, 2026
Augusta, Maine - The Office of the Attorney General is investigating a fatal use of deadly force that occurred this morning in Biddeford involving federal law enforcement. Biddeford, Saco, and the Maine State Police are assisting with the investigation as well as federal authorities. Initial statements indicate an Enforcement Removal Operations Officer was conducting an enforcement operation related to a final order of removal when the subject attempted to flee in a vehicle in the direction of the officer and was fatally shot.
The Attorney General’s Office is actively investigating the incident and will remain on scene with various authorities to continue its investigation. The male subject is not being named until positive identification is made and family members are notified. The Enforcement Removal Operations Officer will be placed on leave as is standard protocol in police involved shootings.
We encourage any member of the public to come forward if they have information they feel would be helpful to the investigation. Please contact your local law enforcement agency.
We understand individuals may want to gather and make their voice(s) heard. We ask that people remain peaceful, be respectful of others, and follow the directions of local law enforcement officers who will be maintaining public order.
We also understand this is a matter of significant public interest and while we will strive for meaningful transparency and accountability, our primary focus in this moment is on a complete, thorough investigation. With this in mind, we will work to provide updates as appropriate.
Please direct further inquiries to the Office of the Maine Attorney General.