The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office says 71-year-old Michael Olsen of Clifton has been arrested after a domestic violence-related standoff.
From the The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office: On November 24, 2025, around 5:15 AM, the Penobscot Regional Communications Center received a report regarding a domestic violence situation on Route 9 in Clifton, where the victim had allegedly faced threats involving a firearm. In response, the Sheriff’s Office utilized an appropriate level of resources to ensure the safety of nearby residents and motorists. A secure perimeter was established to manage the situation effectively. The victim was able to exit the home safely and was unharmed during the incident.
The Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team, along with Crisis Negotiators, investigators, and deputies, collaborated throughout the response. After several hours of negotiation efforts, the male suspect was successfully guided out of the residence and surrendered peacefully, ensuring a positive resolution to the incident. Michael Olsen (71) of Clifton was charged with domestic violence and criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon. He was taken to the Penobscot County Jail, where he remains.
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