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Authorities in California arrest Edgecomb man wanted for murder

1 year ago in Local

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A suspect wanted in connection with a murder in Edgecomb was taken into custody in California.

Maine State Police say 34-year-old William Robinson of Virginia was found dead at the Schmid Preserve in Edgecomb on Dec. 3, 2024. He died of a gunshot wound.

Following an investigation, police linked the killing to 26-year-old Luke Krott of Edgecomb. He had left the state but was found Monday night on a sailboat at a marina in San Diego.

He’s awaiting extradition back to Maine, where he will face a murder charge.

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