Peter Beitzell, 58, of Bangor, who had two weapons at a campaign rally for President Donald Trump today (Oct. 28) has been arrested. The rally in Bangor featured South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, who’s security detail engaged Beitzell.
He is accused of harassing and brandishing a wooden baton and a large fixed-blade knife.
Maine man arrested after brandishing weapons at Trump event with SD governor via @bangordailynews >https://t.co/bDBXS9vKtM
— CBS 13 News (@WGME) October 28, 2020
A man was arrested after brandishing two weapons during a rally for the president in Bangor, Maine. The rally was the first of several campaign stops Noem is making in Maine and New Hampshire.
— AberdeenNews (@AberdeenNews) October 28, 2020
A man is charged after police say he pulled out a knife and a baton at a pro-Trump rally in Bangor today. The rally featured S.D. Gov. Kristi Noem. https://t.co/2hDTkK0H9f
— Portland Press Herald (@PressHerald) October 28, 2020