Overview
- The shootings were reported between about 12:15 a.m. and 4:15 a.m. on Feb. 15 at Central Maine Power sites in Windsor, Winslow, and Augusta.
- Officers found evidence of gunfire and damage at each substation, no injuries were reported, and officials said there is no ongoing public threat.
- Thomas Welch, 54, of Fairfield turned himself in later that morning and was charged with aggravated criminal mischief and aggravated reckless conduct before being booked at the Kennebec County Jail.
- Investigators searched his home and vehicle, seizing a large quantity of guns and ammunition, and he is scheduled to appear in court at 1 p.m. Tuesday.
- Central Maine Power reported power was quickly restored thanks to redundancies as crews repair damage, and Maine State Police, Winslow police, and Augusta police continue an active investigation.