Nationwide manhunt for Maine man who killed Sheriff’s Deputy, has previously been arrested in Massachusetts

This morning, April 25, between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. Cpl. Eugene Cole was shot and killed in the town of Norridgewock in Maine. The suspect involved in the shooting stole Cpl. Cole’s fully marked cruiser, drove to the Cumberland Farms in Norridgewock and committed a theft. The suspect then fled Cumberland Farms driving Cpl. Cole’s fully marked cruiser.

Shortly after 5 a.m., the cruiser was located abandoned off of the Martin Stream Road in Norridgewock. Police believe the suspect then fled the vehicle and is presently at large. The suspect should be considered armed and dangerous. The individual of interest is John Williams, 29, last known address of Madison. He is described as 5’6” 120 lbs, brown hair and blue eyes.

Presently, a manhunt is underway. A nationwide alert has been issued. At this time, there is no vehicle associated with Williams. This manhunt is being coordinated with the Maine State Police, Maine Warden Service, Forestry, other County and Local Agencies, and the FBI. There is currently air support in search for Williams.