Wiscasset Maine Police Department

09/11/2026

09/10/2026

Press Release
Wiscasset Police Department
09/10/2026

On August 10, 2026, Officer Jonathan Barnes responded to Ingram Fine Arts, located at 85 Main St., for a report of a theft. During the investigation, it was learned that on August 9, 2026, a male and female entered the business and inquired about gold pieces. The couple selected a piece of gold artwork valued at $8,000.00. A lower price was negotiated and the pair counted out the cash that consisted of $100 bills. When the store owner's attention was diverted, the 2 suspects substituted the currency with a stack consisting primarily of $1 bills concealed under a $100 bill.

Surveillance footage was obtained, and photographs of the suspects were distributed to law-enforcement agencies across the country. With assistance from the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, Kennebunk Police Department, Fairfax County Virginia Police Department, and the Melbourne Florida Police Department, the suspects were identified as Mircea Lucaci and Maria Rostas. Both individuals were found to have outstanding arrest warrants in multiple states for similar theft-related offenses. The investigation indicated that the two may be associated with a Romanian theft ring targeting gold.

As a result of the investigation, arrest warrants were prepared and issued.

Mircea Lucaci, 35, of Woodside, NY, was charged with:
Theft by Deception, Class C

Maria Rostas, 49, of Flushing, NY, is charged with:
Theft by Deception, Class C

The investigation is ongoing with the potential for additional charges. All parties are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Wiscasset Police Department at 207-882-8202.

09/04/2026

Officer Willhoite is investigating a Hit and Run accident that occurred on Bath Rd in front of the Sea Basket this morning. If you happened to witness this incident and/or have any information that may be helpful in identifying the vehicle and its operator please contact Officer Willhoite through Lincoln County Communications Center at 207-882-8202.

09/03/2026

Please join us in sending Sgt. Hatch into retirement after 40 years in the field!!!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th everyone. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday!! Be Safe!!

06/30/2026

PSA - The Waterfront/ Boat Launch parking area will be closed to vehicles Friday evening July 3rd and all day Saturday July 4th for holiday activities. Baracades will be going up Friday evening. Thank you

06/15/2026

We are proud to debut this new community service program. We often encounter seniors or others in the community who live alone or have limited connections who could use a visit from a friendly face. If you or someone you know could benefit from this please reach out.

06/02/2026

Chief, Officer Barnes and Officer Farrell just completed the Wiscasset leg of the torch run!