LINCOLN, Maine — A man is facing charges after allegedly discharging a firearm Sunday at a home in Lincoln.
On Sunday, police responded to a report of shots fired at a home on Spring Street in Lincoln, the Lincoln Police Department said Monday in a news release.
The report alleged that 22-year-old Christopher Bean was reportedly using a handgun on the property, according to the release.
Officers established a perimeter in the area of the Spring Street and West Broadway intersection after arriving at the scene, the release said.
"Officers observed Bean outside the residence and were able to make contact with him and ultimately detained Bean without incident," the release stated.
Police said Bean was found to be in possession of a loaded 9 mm handgun, and during questioning, he admitted to discharging it from an upstairs window because of "severe tooth pain and stress."
Shell casings that were discovered outside the residence during the investigation resulted in a match to the firearm seized from Bean.
"The trajectory of Bean's shots indicated potential danger to areas including Katahdin Avenue and Depot Street, frequented by pedestrians and construction workers," the release said. "Bean's actions posed a significant risk of serious bodily harm to individuals in these locations."
Bean was taken to Penobscot County Jail where he was charged with discharging a firearm near a dwelling and reckless conduct with a firearm, according to police.
The Penobscot County Sheriff's Office assisted at the scene.
Bean has since posted bail.
