Maine State Police and Fire Marshals Office Investigating DV Incident and Explosive Devices Found in Trenton

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at approximately 9:37 AM, Maine State Police responded to a report of a domestic violence incident at a residence on Oak Point Road in Trenton. While responding, Troopers learned the male suspect had left the residence and may be in possession of hazardous explosive items. Troopers later located the suspect’s vehicle at his residence on Bar Harbor Road in Trenton and secured the scene. The female involved did not have any injuries.

Investigators from the State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Maine State Police Bomb Squad also responded. During the investigation, several improvised explosive devices and materials to manufacture them were located and rendered safe by the Maine State Police Bomb Squad. The suspect, 43-year-old Anthony Nickerson of Trenton, was taken into custody without incident.  

Nickerson was charged with Domestic Violence Assault, Possession of Firearms by a Prohibited Person, Arson, and Criminal Use of Explosives. The investigation remains ongoing. The Maine State Police was assisted by the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office, the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Bar Harbor Police Department, and local fire and rescue agencies.