Man Arrested after Failure to Appear for Sentencing in Maine

A 37-year-old man was apprehended by the U.S. Marshals Service and the Maine Violent Offender Task Force after failing to appear for sentencing for Manslaughter in Maine.

Man had a Warrant for Failure to Appear for Sentencing

Albert Deschaine from Phillips had a warrant for his arrest from the Androscoggin County Superior Court.

Facing Multiple Charges Including Manslaughter and Reckless Conduct

He was to be sentenced after being convicted on multiple charges including Manslaughter, Reckless Conduct and Operation of a Defective Vehicle.

Charged after a Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

The charges are from a fatal motor vehicle crash on October 7, 2024, according to court records.

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Fugitive Located in Camper on Property in Maine

Deschaine was located in a camper on a property in Phillips. He was identified and arrested.

Man Arrested and Taken to Jail to Await Sentencing

He was taken into custody without incident and will be sentenced with additional charges.

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Police Called Task Force to Assist in Apprehension of Fugitive

The Auburn Police Department contacted the Maine Violent Offender Task Force after Deschaine failed to appear for sentencing.

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Investigation Led Officials to Location of Wanted Man

The investigation determined he was still in Maine and led to his location in Phillips, and subsequently his arrest.