MSP Investigating Death in Brunswick

On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 12:48 AM, the Brunswick Police Department responded to a 911 call at 5 Valerie Avenue in Brunswick for reported gunshots. Upon the arrival of responding officers, an adult male was located deceased on the property.

The resident of 5 Valerie Avenue was taken into custody on charges related to the incident and transported to the Cumberland County Jail. The Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit and the Maine Fire Marshal’s Office responded to assist the Brunswick Police Department with the ensuing investigation. The deceased male was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Augusta for an autopsy to confirm identity and determine cause and manner of death.

There is no known danger to the public. As the investigation continues, investigators ask anyone with pertinent information of this incident to contact the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit at 207-624-7076 Extension 9.