Farmington, Maine Police Department

08/31/2026

September can weigh heavy on my mind. It arrives tomorrow and next week, the anniversary of a series of events that changed the course of my life and everyone I know. And everyone they know. The world really.

Each year, our department has quietly organized a group workout to commemorate, reflect, remember, and feel a minute fragment of the pain of that day.

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the "Day when the world stopped turning", Farmington Police Department, Farmington Fire Rescue, and MaineHealth EMS are hosting a 9/11 Stair Climb & Service Workout.

September 11. Meetinghouse Park (139 Main Street), Farmington. Start gathering at 8 a.m. to socialize and warm up. The workout is listed below. Weather and emergency calls allowing, the Stair Climb will be conducted on the Farmington Fire's Ladder 1. Start time is 8:46 a.m.

At the conclusion of the workout (goal is 9:11 am), Roderick-Crosby American Legion Post 28 - Farmington, ME Color Guard will present the flag. A few brief remarks followed by a moment of silence and playing of "Taps". A flag folding will be conducted to solemnly close the event.

We welcome those who wish to participate, watch, or encourage participants. All abilities welcome.

Respectfully,
Chief Kenneth Charles

07/31/2026

I am certain that the weather will be perfect for a fun Night Out at the Farmington Fairgrounds! Games, food, meet your First Responders, check out their equipment and learn about what they do and how they do it! Many of our community partner agencies will be there as well. Tuesday, August 4th from 5pm to 8pm, see you then!

07/27/2026

Headed to or from Industry on Route 43? Please be aware of the detour onto Mosher Hill Road and Savage Road.

On July 29, MaineDOT will close a section of Route 43 in Industry for 30 days for a large culvert replacement project.

Drivers will need to the use the detour route of Mosher Hill Road and Savage Road from July 29 to August 26.

Drivers and pedestrians should follow the detour map and detour signs while on site.

Motorists should expect delays and use caution when traveling through the detour zone.

FMI: https://www.maine.gov/dot/news/mainedot-begin-culvert-replacement-project-route-43

07/26/2026

******UPDATE----UPDATE----UPDATE******

We are pleased to report that the 85-year-old woman who was reported missing has been safely located late this afternoon. She was evaluated by EMS and is safe and doing well.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the family, friends, and community members who assisted in the search, as well as our partner agencies: the Maine Warden Service, Maine State Police, and the Franklin County Sheriff's Office. Your teamwork and willingness to help made a difference.

Thank you to everyone who shared information and kept her in your thoughts.

***** Missing Person Alert *******

The Farmington Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Waneta Coolong, an 85-year-old female who wandered away from her home on the Fairbanks Rd. at approximately 9:00 a.m. today, July 26, 2026.

Waneta is approximately 5’5” tall and weighs about 135 pounds. She has gray hair and blue eyes. She was last seen wearing black jeans and a white shirt.

Waneta has dementia and is not typically known to wander. If you see Waneta or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact the Farmington Police Department at 207-778-6311 immediately.

Please share this post to help bring Waneta home safely.

07/17/2026

It has been 11 years, and we needed to order additional uniform patches. It seemed a good time to look at a new design, one that is more reflective of our community and incorporates our town seal. Sometimes change is difficult and legacy is important. That said, I think the new patch looks pretty good. Check out the attached video to see how the patch has evolved over time.

To keep costs down, there will be a transition period where officers may still be seen wearing the now retired patch. Triangle with white border.

07/08/2026

*****COMMUNITY NOTICE*****

Farmington Police Department has received a number of reports of car burglaries in and around our downtown area, in particular, from Box Shop Hill Road to the area around Quebec Street during the overnight hours.

Suspects have been identified. Please check your vehicles and property. If you determine something is missing or damaged, please call us at (207)778-6311 to make a report.

Please do not use Facebook Messenger to make a Police Report, as it is not checked on a regular basis and we want to be sure you get a prompt response.

In the meantime, here are a few easy reminders to keep in mind.

Stay safe out there!

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!

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.