Fairfield Man Arrested in Waterville Shooting

A fatal shooting occurred early Tuesday morning in Waterville, Maine, resulting in the death of an adult male identified as Stephen Killam. The incident happened around 6:30 a.m. near the Mount Joseph rehabilitation center, prompting a swift police response that led to the arrest of 53-year-old Richard Hatt, who is charged with murder. The shooting triggered temporary lockdowns at Waterville Public Schools and MSAD 49 in Fairfield, although both districts have since resumed normal operations. State police have confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to the public and are conducting an investigation, including interviewing witnesses and processing evidence from the scene. An autopsy for the victim is pending, and the investigation remains active, with updates expected later.