November 12, 2024
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South Portland man faces burglary charge

FRYEBURG – A South Portland man faces charges after jumping out of a second-floor window of a Fryeburg home where he was suspected of stealing antiques.

Police say 43-year-old David Duquette was charged with burglary and theft after being confronted Wednesday afternoon by an officer and the homeowner, who fired a gun during the incident.

Police Chief Philip Weymouth said that when he entered the home, he heard breaking glass, a crash and a shot fired.

When Weymouth went outside, he found Duquette lying on the ground and homeowner Elbridge Russell holding a semiautomatic pistol.

Duquette is being held in the Oxford County Jail. No charges are expected against Russell.


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