Concord, NH – Today marks two years since the tragic mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, that claimed multiple lives and deeply shook communities across New England.
According to a statement shared by the New Hampshire State Police, troopers are remembering the victims, survivors, and families affected by the October 2023 attack. The department also recognized the many first responders— including some from New Hampshire— who assisted in the immediate aftermath of the tragedy.
“Our hearts continue to be with all the victims, survivors, and their families,” the agency wrote on social media Saturday. “We continue to stand with our Maine neighbors. #LewistonStrong.”
The Lewiston shooting, one of Maine’s deadliest mass casualty events, prompted widespread mourning and renewed discussions about public safety across the region. Vigils and remembrance events are expected to take place throughout the weekend in Lewiston and nearby towns.
Residents and law enforcement alike continue to use the phrase #LewistonStrong as a message of unity and resilience— honoring both those lost and the strength of the community moving forward.
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