Breakdown in Maine

Breakdown in Maine

Breakdown in Maine

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Breakdown in Maine

2024

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FRONTLINE, the Portland Press Herald and Maine Public investigate the deadliest mass shooting in Maine history and the missed opportunities to prevent it. The documentary examines breakdowns with police, military and mental health care in the lead-up to the Lewiston shooting in October 2023.

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