Penobscot County Triad

04/22/2021

In partnership with the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement Agency, Bangor Police are participating in the “Drug Take Back” event happening this Friday 4/23/21, and Saturday 4/24/21. Both events take place off Union Street, in the Airport Mall parking lot near Hannaford. This is a free and completely anonymous event.

The take back runs from 7am-5pm on Friday, and from 10am-2pm on Saturday. Any unwanted or unneeded medications may be dropped off for disposal during these times. To make things easier, motorists can simply stay in their vehicle, and hand off unwanted medications to an officer or deputy. Walk-ups are also welcome.

For those needing a safe way to destroy sensitive documents, a shredding truck will be onsite until 7am-1pm-Friday only. This service is also free. Shredding services will not be available on Saturday.

12/31/2020

Scam Interrupted! Don't Become a victim.

Scam interrupted,
Deputy Marty Legassey interrupted a scam, helping return a large amount of cash to the victim. The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a potential scam. The elderly victim received an anonymous call, indicating a family member had been involved in a traffic crash and subsequently was arrested. The caller demanded cash in order to help the family member get released from custody.

Unfortunately, this was not immediately reported or verified. When family members were made aware, they assisted in reaching out to law enforcement. Often these cases involve overseas or internet transactions, making it nearly impossible for law enforcement to take action.

In this incident, Deputy Legassey worked diligently with a carrier service to track down the mailed package and recovered, the funds sent. Because of the deputy’s efforts and responsiveness of the carrier service, this scam was interrupted. In order to protect the privacy of the victim, no other information about the incident will be released.

Please know, law enforcement will never call your home and request funds for bail, warrants or other legal matters. Please take time to verify any such claims. We appreciate our partnership with AARP, and will continue to bring awareness to scams occurring in our area.

Here are some basic tips to prevent being scammed:
• Shred all bills and financial documents.
• Stop entering sweepstakes.
• Stop giving out your Social Security number.
• Use a credit card whenever possible, not a debit card.
• Add your name to the Do Not Call Registry.
• Don’t answer calls from numbers you don’t recognize.
• Be prepared to hang up.
• Be wary of public Wi-Fi.
• Watch what you share on social media.
• Don’t reveal your location.
• Don’t fall prey to fear-based scams.

09/30/2020

This will be a safe event, where PPE will be used and social distancing will be practiced. The goal is to operate the event, as a drive through system.

04/23/2020

In response to the developing Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) situation, the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office / Bangor Police Department Drug Take Back and Paper Shredding event in April has been cancelled. This is in alignment with the Maine Governor’s social distancing orders and recommendations made by the State of Maine CDC and local health departments.
It is possible that this event might be rescheduled but no date has been given.

04/09/2020

E911 House Numbering Project   The Town of Carmel is partnering with the Penobscot County Triad in arranging to have as many Carmel homes as possible numbered with the E911 House Numbering Project. The signs display your home address in four-inch reflective numbers and can be purchased wit...

08/10/2018

Important information.

A good rule of thumb to remember is federal agencies will NOT call you or show up to your door unexpected. If you receive a call that requests you to verify any sort of personal information over the phone, hang up and call the real agency to report it. To report a call from "Medicare" call your local at 1-877-808-2468.

05/11/2012

Our Drug Drop-Off Box will be at the Senior Expo, May 18, 9-2, Spectacular Event Center! Bring your expired medications and all meds you don't need anymore.

Get a red pen and circle Friday, May 18, on your calendar. You don’t want to miss the Sixth Annual Senior Expo at the Spectacular Event Center, in Bangor. Doors open promptly at 9 a.m., and then the fun begins. Wear your walking shoes because you will want to visit ...

03/23/2012

SCAM ALERT! Reports are circulating that within the last day of so, people have been receiving a phone call from the “Wal-Mart Promotion Center,” claiming they’d just won a $1,000 Wal-Mart gift card. To claim their prize, they had to confirm their name, e-mail address, and cell number. The caller said they were out of gift cards but, with a bank account number they would deposit the $1,000 into the person’s account. OR the person could enter this information on the Promotional website at: promocenter.ws/walmart. A fake “Wal-Mart Promotional” Center’s phone number is 571-243-0120. Some people have been texted this as well.

Free $1,000 Walmart Gift Card

01/20/2012

Penobscot County Triad protects and educates seniors

Who doesn’t shudder when they hear that a senior has been victimized by a ruthless scam artist? How often do we utter, “Something needs to be done about this. We need to protect our seniors.” Something is being done. The Penobscot County Triad is a non-profit organization comprised of law-enforcemen...

10/21/2011

Don't miss the Senior Health Fair, Oct. 28, Spectacular Event Center, 9-2. Screenings all day, flu shots, Medicare part D enrollment, and door prizes. Bring your expired medications for the Triad drug drop-off!

08/11/2011

Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office, 85 Hammond St., secured a Prescription Drug Return box, which has been placed in their lobby. This box was purchased by Sebasticook Valley Healthy Communities Coalition. Come by and drop off your expired meds!

07/26/2011

Is your house properly numbered? Reflective signs are only $12 through Penobscot County Triad. Call your town office to order yours.