LEWISTON — Lewiston police seized three firearms and charged three people in two separate incidents as part of an ongoing effort to reduce gun violence.
On Sunday at approximately 5:20 a.m., police responded to reports of a single gunshot near Pine Street and Webster Street.
Officers observed a confrontation involving several young adults in the roadway upon arrival.
Following an investigation, police recovered two firearms and charged Adein Issak, 19, of Syracuse, New York, and Ali Abdikadir, 18, of Lewiston, both with carrying a concealed weapon.
The investigation remains ongoing.
On Monday at approximately 1:40 a.m., police conducted a field interview with a group of males on Howard Street, where two vehicles were parked in the roadway, blocking a full lane of traffic.
The individuals appeared to be casually gathered without concern for the obstruction.
During the interaction, Abdirashid Mohamed, 19, of Lewiston, was found to be in possession of a handgun.
He was subsequently charged with carrying a concealed weapon.
