A fatal shooting involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel occurred at the intersection of Pool Street and Hill Street in Biddeford, Maine, on Monday morning. Maine House Speaker Ryan Fecteau confirmed that one person was killed during the encounter, which prompted a large-scale law enforcement response and the closure of the surrounding area.
Investigation and Scene Details
The incident began around 8:00 a.m., according to reports from neighbors who heard gunshots. Biddeford Police confirmed the area closure at 8:15 a.m. but emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public. While the Biddeford Police Department is present at the scene, Chief JoAnn Fisk stated that the incident is not her department’s investigation. Federal and state authorities, including the FBI and Maine State Police, have taken the lead on the inquiry. Crime scene markers and two large canopies were observed in the roadway by a news crew on site.
Did You Know? The Biddeford Police Department has explicitly stated that this is not their department’s investigation, deferring all inquiries and official information to the FBI and the Office of the Attorney General.
Community and Official Response
Public reaction to the shooting has been immediate, with both political and community organizations responding to the fatality. Project Relief, an immigrant rights advocacy group, issued a statement describing the victim as a “young person” and a community member whose life was cut short. The group stated they are in contact with the family. Meanwhile, U.S. Senate candidate Troy Jackson noted on social media that his team is monitoring the situation, expressing his concern for the Biddeford community.
Anticipated Developments
Local advocacy groups have organized in response to the shooting. Biddeford Saco for Racial Justice planned a protest for noon on Monday at Mechanics Park, and observers reported the presence of anti-ICE demonstrators in the city by 10:30 a.m. Further updates regarding the identity of the deceased and the specific circumstances of the encounter are expected to come from federal and state investigators as the investigation continues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is leading the investigation into the shooting?
According to Biddeford Police Chief JoAnn Fisk, the FBI and the Office of the Attorney General are the agencies responsible for the investigation.
What is the current status of the intersection?
The area at the intersection of Pool Street and Hill Street was closed following the shooting, which occurred around 8:00 a.m. Monday morning.
Has the identity of the person killed been released?
No. While the immigrant rights group Project Relief stated that a “young person” was killed, official authorities have not yet released the name or age of the individual.
Update (July 14, 2026)
According to wmtw.com, the Department of Homeland Security stated that ICE agents were conducting targeted surveillance for a final order of removal when the driver attempted to flee and "weaponized the vehicle" in the direction of an officer, who fired out of concern for public safety. While Senator Angus King was initially told the victim was the target of the warrant, his office later clarified that the victim was not the intended target. A family friend identified the deceased as Joan Sebastian Guerrero, a man in his 20s who leaves behind a wife, a 3-year-old child, and a sister. The Maine Immigrant Rights Coalition identified him as a 26-year-old Colombian national. The DHS Inspector General is now investigating the incident in cooperation with the FBI.