Dixmont Man Charged with Attempted Murder

A 25-year-old Caleb Springer of Dixmont is facing attempted murder charges following a shooting on Masonic Road in Dixmont, Dec. 12.

Springer is accused of shot three friends and family members.

From the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office:

On 12/12/25 at 9:15 p.m., the Penobscot Regional Communications Center received a call reporting a male was out of control and recklessly discharging a firearm on the Masonic Road in Dixmont. Deputies responded to the scene with an appropriate level of resources and detained Caleb Springer (25) of Dixmont. Following a thorough investigation deputies identified 3 victims, who were friends and family of Springer. The incident involved multiple crime scenes in the area. One of the victims was shot at while seated in their vehicle and others received injuries as a result of being struck by a bat. Springer was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Penobscot County Jail where he was charged with Attempted Murder Class A, Aggravated Reckless Conduct Class B and Aggravated Assault Class B, additional charges are excepted to be filed. Deputies are continuing to investigate the incident and review the facts with the District Attorney’s Office.

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