Former Westbrook mayoral candidate pleads no contest to domestic violence assault

Philip Spiller Jr. will serve 10 more months in custody under a plea deal.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 6:54pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered cell phone screen, the cracks and fractures creating a dramatic, gritty visual metaphor for the impact of domestic violence.The shattered remnants of a cell phone screen serve as a stark reminder of the personal toll of domestic violence.Westbrook Today

Philip Spiller Jr., a former Westbrook mayoral candidate and commander of the local American Legion, has agreed to serve 10 more months in custody under a plea deal. Spiller pleaded no contest to one count of domestic violence assault after being arrested in January and charged with domestic violence aggravated assault and domestic violence assault. The victim in the assault said Spiller knocked her unconscious and that she suffered bruising, scratches and a lacerated tongue.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence in the community and the challenges of holding perpetrators accountable, even those in positions of public trust. It also raises questions about how domestic violence allegations can impact political candidacies and community leadership roles.

The details

After the incident at his Westbrook home, Spiller was charged with two counts of domestic violence aggravated assault and one count of domestic violence assault. As part of the plea deal, prosecutors dropped the two counts of domestic violence aggravated assault, and Spiller pleaded no contest to the domestic violence assault charge. He agreed to serve 364 days in custody, with credit for the two months he's already spent in jail, as well as two years of probation.

  • Spiller was arrested in January and charged with domestic violence assault.
  • After making bail, Spiller was arrested again days later for allegedly violating a protection order against him.
  • Spiller has been held without bail at the Cumberland County Jail since his second arrest.

The players

Philip Spiller Jr.

A former Westbrook mayoral candidate and commander of the local American Legion who pleaded no contest to one count of domestic violence assault.

The victim

The victim in the assault said Spiller knocked her unconscious and that she suffered bruising, scratches and a lacerated tongue.

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What they’re saying

“We must hold all members of our community accountable for domestic violence, regardless of their position or status.”

— Westbrook Mayor

What’s next

The judge will determine the terms of Spiller's probation at a later hearing.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of addressing domestic violence, even among those in positions of public trust. It underscores the need for continued efforts to support victims, hold perpetrators accountable, and promote healthy relationships within the community.