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Wells Resident Trying to Retrieve Pets From Burning House Charged with Assaulting Firefighters

A Wells resident allegedly assaulted four firefighters while they responded to a home fire, police said, after entering the smoke-filled house to search for their cats.

Summary by Portland Press Herald
'Firefighters were actively working to protect lives and property when they were unexpectedly assaulted,' police say.

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Wells resident trying to retrieve pets from burning house charged with assaulting firefighters

'Firefighters were actively working to protect lives and property when they were unexpectedly assaulted,' police say.

·Portland, United States
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Wells resident accused of assaulting firefighters after trying to find pets

A Wells resident reportedly assaulted firefighters while trying to find their cats amid response efforts. Police on scene quickly intervened and arrested them.

·Portland, United States
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WCSH broke the news in Portland, United States on Friday, August 15, 2025.
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