Washington County, ME – A man was seriously injured in a crash on Route 1 late Saturday evening.
The incident occurred around 10:15 p.m. when a sedan collided with a pickup truck traveling southbound. According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, speed and alcohol are believed to be contributing factors in the crash, although this remains under investigation.
Emergency responders transported the male driver of the sedan, age 35, to a local hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the pickup truck sustained minor injuries but declined medical treatment at the scene.
Authorities reported lane closures lasting approximately two hours as a result of the incident, while the scene was cleared and debris was removed. The roadway has since reopened to traffic.
The investigation continues, and further details will be released as they become available.