Bangor, Maine Man Allegedly Fired a Rifle at a Woman

A local man is facing charges for allegedly shooting at a woman with a rifle in his home.

Bangor, Maine Man Faces Multiple Charges for Alleged Shooting in His Home

Bangor Police say Stanley Swallow, 43, of Bangor is charged with:

• Elevated aggravated assault
• Aggravated reckless conduct
• Criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon
• Refusal to submit to arrest or detention
• Violation of conditions of release.

He was taken to the Penobscot County Jail.

Bangor, Maine Woman Says a Man Shot at Her With a Rifle in His Home

Officers were called to a Union Street shelter on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at approximately 5:18 pm, for a report of an alleged shooting incident.

A woman at the shelter told authorities that Swallow had allegedly fired a rifle at her several times earlier that day, during an altercation at his residence on Sanford Street.

She said she was able to escape being shot but suffered minor injuries.

Officers arrested Swallow later that evening.

Victims of Domestic Abuse in Maine are Encouraged to Reach Out

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, counselors are available 24/7 at the statewide domestic violence helpline:

1-866-834-HELP (4357)

or the national helpline:

1-800-799-7233.

Find resources available in your area by calling 211.

We'll update this story as more details become available.