Two Arrested in Biddeford Homicide

On Monday, October 28, 2024, at approximately 9:00 PM, the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit South and the Biddeford Police Department arrested 45-year-old Garret Labonte of Biddeford and 57-year-old Linda Lambert of Biddeford on charges stemming from the murder of 46-year-old Gene Dares. Labonte and Lambert were arrested at 63 South Street in Biddeford without incident. The homicide occurred in the area of 135-137 Foss Street in the city of Biddeford on September 27, 2024. Labonte is charged with Murder, Felony murder, and Robbery. Lambert is charged with Felony murder and Robbery. Labonte and Lambert are currently at the York County Jail and are expected to make their first court appearance tomorrow morning.