LEGISLATIVE REPUBLICANS ISSUE STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO MANHUNT CURRENTLY UNDER WAY

AUGUSTA???Legislative Republicans issued the following statement in response to the manhunt currently under way in Androscoggin County and surrounding areas:

?We continue to monitor the horrific situation in the greater Lewiston area as the manhunt is underway for the person of interest in the Lewiston mass shooting. We grieve for the families of the 18 who were killed and 13 injured in this senseless tragedy.

?We thank the Lewiston Police Department, Androscoggin County Sheriff?s Office, Maine State Police, our emergency first responders, local hospitals and federal authorities for their heroic efforts as the night unfolded and manhunt continues. We urge everyone to stay safe and vigilant by monitoring instructions and advisories from law enforcement, and stand ready to assist any way we can.?

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