Farmington, Maine Police Department

06/10/2026

*****UPDATED INFORMATION*****
Scenes such as this can be chaotic, to say the least. It has come to our attention that two other civilians need to be recognized. Timothy Young and Brian Mason, both employees with UMF Facilities Management were the FIRST of first responders, finding the victim on the ground. Mr. Mason ran to call 911 and Mr. Young immediately checked for a pulse, finding none, he initiated CPR which he maintained until he was relieved by Mackenzie Campbell. He was only then able to relay updated information to Dispatch. Mr. Young is a former Wilton Fire Department Firefighter.

Mr. Young and Mr. Mason will be recognized separately. I apologize for the oversight and appreciate the information provided by those who have seen the below post.
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Last night, the Farmington Selectboard meeting was joined by a room full of family and friends to recognize Officer Ariana Bacon, Sergeant Jonathan Parker, UMF Police Sergeant Marc Bowering, and civilian, Mackenzie Campbell (unable to attend).

This group received our Lifesaving Award for their actions on June 3, 2026, performing CPR and using an Automatic External Defibrillator to resuscitate a 73-year-old male that was found unresponsive.

Dr. Jodi Conrad, Medical Director of Emergency Medical Services at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital had stated, "rapid response, quality CPR, and early defibrillation certainly saved this man's life". Dr. Conrad likewise awarded each with a CPR Save lapel pin.

I would like to highlight the fact that early CPR, defibrillation, a lack of hesitation and a commitment to the welfare of those around you is all it takes to save a life. Get trained and don't be afraid to step in!

06/05/2026

Roll back to yesterday when Farmington Police Department, Maine State Police, Maine Warden Service, and Franklin County Sheriff's Office (and some family members!) came together to accomplish some great things:

The Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics is the movement’s largest grass-roots fundraiser and public awareness vehicle, At its most basic level the Torch Run is an actual running event, in which officers and athletes run the Flame of Hope™ to the Opening Ceremonies of local Special Olympics competitions and State and National Games.

It was quite warm (usually is!)! The annual route starts at Dunkin Donuts (insert cop joke here) on the Wilton Road in Farmington and continues with runners carrying the torch all the way to the Maine State Police Barracks in Skowhegan! 28.6 miles of rolling hills and sun exposed flats!

Special thanks to perennial organizer MSP Lieutenant Casavant and supporter, Ron Morin who volunteers the es**rt vehicle with fuel and fluids for all. Also, thanks to Walmart, Hannaford, JOCKO Fuel, Dunkin, Poland Springs, and Calzolaio Pasta Co. for the post run pizza!

See you next year, and to those who passed us by, thank you for the courtesy, and especially the honks, waves, and cheers!

05/12/2026

Devastating news from nearby. Our hearts go out to the family of this Game Warden, the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, and responding Law Enforcement, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services.

We are heartbroken to share that a Maine Game Warden died this morning following a plane crash in Avon, near Schoolhouse Pond. The crash occurred at approximately 11:00 a.m.

This is a devastating loss for the Maine Warden Service, our Department, and the people of Maine. Our thoughts are with the family, loved ones, colleagues, and all those impacted by this tragedy.

We will share additional information as it becomes available.

04/22/2026

Well, we missed participation in today's Earth Day Celebration Clean Up around town but we did not miss that today is Administrative Professionals Day!

Lynne Cary, Office Manager and Jocelyn Kelly, Administrative Specialist are the hub to the quickly spinning wheel that is modern law enforcement. I have the strong opinion that these two are among the “best in the business” for their professionalism, strong attention to detail, flexibility, technical and legal knowledge.

Farmington Police Department is fortunate for the two women pictured here! Thank you LC and JK, you are simply the best!

04/17/2026

Maine’s Health and Environmental Testing Laboratory confirmed that a fox from Farmington tested positive for rabies. Rabies is common in wild animals in Maine. Make sure to never touch an animal that is wild or unknown to you. You should also make sure your animals are up to date on rabies vaccine. For more information on rabies, please visit www.maine.gov/dhhs/rabies.

04/09/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

Weapon Involved Incident

DATE: Thursday, April 9, 2026

TIME: 09:33 AM

PLACE: Walmart Supercenter, 615 Wilton Road, Farmington, Maine

At approximately 09:33 AM Franklin County Regional Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a male subject waving a gun in the parking lot at Walmart, 615 Wilton Road in Farmington. Additional information was provided that the male was in and out of his vehicle. It was unclear if he was attempting to leave.

Farmington Police Department responded along with Deputies from Franklin County Sheriff’s Department. Walmart followed their protocols and initiated a facility lockdown as a precaution. The subject, an elderly male, was located in his vehicle and reluctantly responded to commands. He was detained and later taken into Protective Custody and transported to Maine Health Franklin Hospital for evaluation. The reported firearm was located and secured by Police.

The facility lockdown was lifted at 09:55 AM and the parking lot was reopened. Farmington Police extends our thanks to Farmington Fire Department, Maine Health EMS, and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance ensuring a safe outcome for all involved.

03/19/2026

Sergeant Parker and Officer Bacon, in action at our local HeadStart...We greatly appreciate the invite, Community Concepts Farmington Area Early Learning Centers, the kids were fantastic!

02/24/2026

Sharing this on behalf of SAPARS, one of our most important community partner agencies. If you have the experience and passion for the tough work in support of survivors and our community, check it out!

Executive Director | Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services Reports To: Board of Directors Supervises: Associate Director, Business Administration Manager, Children’s Advocacy Center Manager,...

02/15/2026

How fitting to celebrate our School Resource Officer Matthew Brann today, which is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!

SRO Brann was recognized by his colleagues and family at a recent department wide meeting as our 2025 Officer of the Year in recognition of his contributions to the safety and wellbeing of the RSU 9 community, the Town of Farmington, and our agency!

SRO Brann Officer Matt Brann exemplifies professionalism, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the community he serves. A veteran police officer with over 20 years of experience, Officer Brann brings a depth of knowledge, maturity, and perspective that make him a trusted leader among his peers and the RSU 9 school community.

Within the police department, SRO Brann is widely respected as an unofficial leader. Newer officers regularly seek out his guidance, valuing both his practical experience and his thoughtful approach to problem-solving. He leads by example, offering mentorship rooted in real-world experience. His reputation extends well beyond his own agency.

As a School Resource Officer, Officer Brann has built exceptionally strong and positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff. He is respected and appreciated by RSU 9 educators, and students consistently view him as approachable, trustworthy, and dependable. He arrives at work early each morning to conduct preschool safety checks and often stays late to support school events such as dances and basketball games. His presence is consistent, reassuring, and rooted in genuine care for the school community.

RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington summarizes Officer Brann’s impact well: “Matt Brann is one of the finest SROs and police officers I have had the pleasure to work with. His patient, caring, and calm demeanor is apparent in every situation he is involved in. He goes the extra mile working with students, families, and staff. We are fortunate to have him supporting RSU 9 students and modeling outstanding professional characteristics for all to see.”

SRO Brann, you continue to find the ideal balance of community outreach, relationship-building, and accountability. Those you interact with do not see you as intimidating or punitive, but rather as a reliable resource—someone who listens, supports, and holds students accountable in a fair and respectful manner. Your calm, patient demeanor allows him to navigate challenging situations effectively while maintaining trust and mutual respect.

SRO Brann is richly deserving of recognition as our 2025 Police Officer of the Year.

01/25/2026

Deep Freeze and Incoming Snow: Should you be in the need of or your circumstances change and find yourself in need of shelter:

*** Farmington Warming Center Information for Saturday Jan. 24th to Monday Jan. 26th ***
St Joseph's Center - 130 Quebec St - Farmington, Maine
We will open our facility at 4 pm on Saturday, January 24.
We will stay open till Monday, January 26, at 9 am.
We will have cots and blankets while they last.
We will have snacks, soup, and coffee. No full meals.
We will always have volunteers, men and women.
We are handicapped accessible with 30 car parking spaces.
We do not accept pets. Sorry
We are a smoke-free facility. No alcohol allowed.
I am the contact person: Dennis O'Neil - [email protected]