Maine Man Faces Charges After an Explosion in Sumner

A Buckfield man is facing charges after police found explosives in his home.

Backfield, Maine, Man Faces Charges for Possessing Explosives

Zachary Williams, 50, of Buckfield, is charged with two counts of criminal use of explosives.

Backfield, Maine, Man Suspected in Sumner Explosion

Williams is a suspect in connection with an explosion in Sumner on January 12, 2026. The explosion happened in a snowbank in front of the home of one of Mr. Williams' friends on Decoster Road.

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On Monday morning, investigators with the State Fire Marshal's Office executed a search warrant at Williams' home on Allen School Road in Buckfield.

Buckfield, Maine, Man Arrested After Explosives Seized From His Home

Seized in the search were several items that could be used to manufacture explosives.

Williams was arrested on Monday and transported to the Oxford County Jail, where his bail was set at $500 cash. He has since posted bail and has been released.

This incident remains under investigation.

We'll update this story as more details become available.