Maine Man Faces Domestic Violence Charges After a Police Search

A Maine man is facing charges after fleeing from the police.

Deer Isle, Maine Man Arrested After the Search of a Wooded Area

Caleb Heanssler, 31, of Deer Isle, was arrested on Thursday, March 26, 2026, after Troopers responded to a domestic violence complaint in Sedgewick.

Heanssler was not at the location when the Troopers arrived, but was located after a search of a wooded area at a residence in Deer Isle.

Maine Man Faces Multiple Charges After Sedgewick Incident

He was arrested without incident and charged with:

• Domestic violence stalking
• 4 counts of violation of conditions of release
• Violation of a protection order

In addition, Heanssler was arrested on an outstanding arrest warrant for domestic violence terrorizing.

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Several agencies worked together on this incident that remains under investigation.

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

Maine Residents Experiencing Domestic Abuse are Encouraged to Reach Out

Anyone experiencing domestic violence or who is concerned about someone who may be is encouraged to seek help immediately.

Call the Maine Domestic Abuse Helpline is 1-866-834-HELP (1-866-834-4357) for confidential support and connections to local resources, 24/7.

Partners for Peace offers 24/7 assistance to residents of Penobscot and PIscatquis counties. 1-800-863-9909.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is also available 24/7 at 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233), or by texting START to 88788.

Anyone who feels they are in danger should call 911 immediately.