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Man who prompted shelter-in-place in Rumford arrested by U.S. Marshals

Man who prompted shelter-in-place in Rumford arrested by U.S. Marshals

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A Lewiston man who was considered armed and dangerous was arrested Tuesday.

The U.S. Marshals Service says 21-year-old Blake Lachance was arrested at a home in Westbrook in connection with a report of gunfire in Rumford on Oct. 14.

Residents in Rumford were under a shelter-in-place advisory while police searched for Lachance, who was wanted in connection with gun violence and drug trafficking.

Police said Lachance was arrested Tuesday while trying to flee from a home in Westbrook.

He faces several charges including reckless conduct and aggravated assault.

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