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Lewiston police close Oxford Street during search for shooting suspect

Officials were searching for Abdirahman Duale, or "Gino," in connection to a shooting from May 2022.

PORTLAND, Maine — Police responded to Oxford Street in Lewiston early Sunday morning to information pertaining to a shooting on Knox Street in May 2022. 

Abdirahman Duale, or "Gino," was reported to be on Oxford Street. The 21-year-old is a suspect in connection with the shooting in May.

When police attempted to enter the building, they reportedly were met with an uncooperative tenant who they believe to be an associate of Duale, according to a news release. Lewiston police then requested assistance from the Maine State Police's Tactical Team. 

A few hours later, several people exited the building, none of whom were Duale. 

Oxford Street was closed during a portion of the police search, but it has since reopened. No injuries were reported, the release states. 

Lewiston police department ask that anyone with information about Duale's whereabouts contact them with any information. The investigation is ongoing. 

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