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Working with the state police Major Crimes Unit remains his

greatest accomplishment, at least in his own eyes.

Cote added that Maine officers have begun to encounter Working with the state police Major Crimes Unit remains
more serious violent offenders, especially those involved his greatest accomplishment, at least in his own eyes.
in the trafficking of illicit drugs, which may lead some
officers to be more guarded during an initial contact “During my 17-plus years in the Major Crimes Unit I was
with someone. able to take part in dozens of homicide cases where we
were able to bring the case to a successful conviction,” he
“Officers must assess the situation and threat level before said. “Being part of the investigative teams that brought
letting their guard down,” he said. “I hope the public can some comfort and closure to the families and providing
understand why some officers may not be as light and justice for the victims is something I will always take
friendly on first approach as they may have been in the pride in.”
past.”

Editor’s Note: Thank you note from a recent recipient of the Association’s new
Training and Tools program. Remember if you live in Southern Aroostook and are an
alumnus of Houlton High School and are looking to advance your job requirements
or your job requires tools for your trade that you need help for, apply for a grant. You
can find applications online on our website or a copy on page 65 of this magazine.
Dear Houlton High School Alumni Association,
Thank you so much for your financial assistance during my nursing school
period. I recently accepted a nursing job at the Katahdin Valley Health Center,
where I hope that I’ll be able to give back to the community. I wouldn’t have
been able to be where I am today, without your generous contributions. Please
contact me if I can help the “Trades & Tool” program in any way.
Sincerely,

Claire York Thompson

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