Suspect Recaptured in Smith Murder Case | Portland Maine News

Maine State Police have arrested 58-year-old Keith Brunelle in connection with the murder of 48-year-old James Smith, found dead from a gunshot wound at a Brunswick home on September 1st. Initially taken for a bail violation after the shooting, Brunelle was released — until his arrest this past Friday in Augusta on far more serious charges: murder and criminal use of explosives. Now held without bail, Brunelle’s reappearance signals a major development in the case, raising new questions about motive and the explosive element tied to that fateful early morning. Authorities continue to investigate as they piece together what happened at the Valerie Avenue residence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/05087449a39a6603