Maine
Body found alongside Maine river ID’d as missing man Erik Foote
A body found alongside the Aroostook River is that of Erik Foote, a Maine man whose disappearance nabbed widespread attention after a police officer was criminally charged for falsifying records related to the case.
Foote, a U.S. Army veteran, was last seen walking along a road in Washburn on Jan. 30. His family reported him missing a few days later.
His disappearance rocked Washburn, a small town of about 1,500, where Foote had recently moved to live with his parents.
According to WAGM, the last person known to have interacted with Foote was former Washburn police sergeant Chandler Cole.
While he was still an officer, Cole reported picking up Foote and dropping him off at a Presque Isle hospital, a claim he repeated to the missing man’s father in February. But the hospital denied Cole’s claims, and surveillance footage later revealed the ex-sergeant actually dropped Foote off at a gas station.
Cole resigned in February. He was arrested the following month and charged with aggravated forgery, tampering with public records or information, falsifying physical evidence and unsworn falsification. He remains free on $2,500 bail.
On Thursday, Maine State Police confirmed that a body found earlier this week on the bank of Aroostook River in Caribou belonged to Foote. His cause of death is still pending.
His mother, Brenda Foote, told The County that her son served in the U.S. Army in Korea and Iraq and that he suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder and depression upon his return from overseas. She also said he was experiencing health issues, but did not provide further details.
“He would give up his coat or last dollar for anyone in need and did so many times,” she said. “He … called everyone his friend.”
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A collective of environmental, arts and Indigenous-led organizations is collaborating to produce We Are the Watershed, a two-day event aimed at reconnecting humans with nature and revitalizing the health of waterways, estuaries, and the bay in Peskotomuhkatikuk (traditional Passamaquoddy territory). Events, including theatrical performances, music, culinary experiences and an exhibition of submitted artwork, will be held on May 1 and 2 at Eastport Arts Center (EAC). A publication of written and visual works will also be released with proceeds to support conservation efforts and spreading awareness of their impacts.
Submissions sought:
Written and visual works are currently sought from artists and creatives on both sides of the border across Peskotomuhkatikuk for the publication, which will be sold by donation at the May event. Proceeds from the sale will be dedicated to related community-building efforts, public engagement, and continued restoration efforts. The deadline for digital submission for the publication is April 1.
Physical works can be dropped off at EAC Sunday, April 26 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to be a part of the exhibition, which will run May 1 through 15. Artists under 18 will receive 100% of the proceeds if they opt to put their pieces up for sale during the exhibit, which will run May 1 through May 15. Artists over 18 will receive 70% of the proceeds with the remainder going toward promoting awareness of and supporting conservation efforts for the Passamaquoddy Bay.
The Eastport Arts Center
Every week through Apr 01, 2026.
Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Event Supported By
Eastport Arts Center
(207) 853-4650
info@eastportartscenter.org
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