Abdikareem Hassan, 32, of Portland, Maine, is facing charges for allegedly assaulting a federal officer in the late evening hours of July 5, 2020.
According to a criminal complaint, Hassan was arrested by the Portland Police Department and taken to the police station. While there, he allegedly assaulted police officers and an FBI special agent who were working together on the joint investigation.
A charge in a criminal complaint is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Hassan is charged with one count of assaulting a federal officer, a federal crime that carries severe penalties.
The incident occurred in Portland, Maine, where Hassan resides.
As a result of the alleged assault, Hassan’s current status is pending trial.
Abdikareem Hassan, the 32-year-old defendant, is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Key Facts
- State: Maine
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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