DAYTON — A homeowner kicked a suspect in the face early Saturday when he caught the individual trying to break into his vehicle.
Maine State Police on Sunday said a 16-year-old has been charged with breaking into a car on Brookside Drive.
State police Troop A put out the word they were looking for the suspect on social media Saturday. Police reported the break-in took place around 1 a.m. that day.
According to the report, the homeowner interrupted the burglary and a confrontation took place.
Police are asking for folks to be on the lookout. They said the suspect was kicked in the face by the homeowner and might have a bruise.
Police recovered a Gary Fisher mountain bike near the scene. Troopers believe the bicycle was either owned or stolen by the suspect.
No further information was available at press time.
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