Multiple-Vehicle Crash on I-95 in Sidney Linked to Stolen SUV
SIDNEY, Maine — A crash involving four vehicles on Interstate 95 occurred Friday at approximately 4:05 p.m., involving a stolen 2008 Toyota Tundra, according to the Maine State Police.
A detective with the Maine State Police Major Crimes Central observed the Tundra driving erratically while traveling northbound near mile 119. The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver failed to pull over, officials said.
The Tundra subsequently struck another vehicle, leading to a collision that included a 2024 Toyota RAV4 and a 2013 Buick Enclave. The driver of the Tundra fled on foot but was apprehended shortly thereafter by responding Troopers, authorities confirmed.
Two people sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta. The Tundra was reported stolen earlier in Augusta.
Karl McDougal-Orosco, 34, of Pittsfield, has been charged with eluding an officer, driving to endanger, reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon, and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. He remains in custody at Kennebec County Jail with bail set at $5,000.
Traffic delays were reported as emergency response teams, including Sidney Fire & Rescue, Delta Ambulance, and Ready Road Towing, worked at the scene. No secondary crashes were reported.
This incident marks at least the second multi-vehicle crash in that section of I-95 this week. On Monday, state police investigated two separate early morning crashes involving six vehicles with minor injuries.
According to data from the Maine Department of Transportation, 72 crashes occurred on I-95 between Fairfield and Hallowell from July 1 to September 30, with frequent reports of distracted and aggressive driving in the area.