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Scarborough Eighth Grader Dies in Portland Crash, Sparking Renewed Calls for Pedestrian Safety

Scarborough Eighth Grader Dies in Portland Crash, Sparking Renewed Calls for Pedestrian Safety

A 13-year-old Scarborough eighth-grade student, Abdulrahman Mohammed, was killed in a vehicle collision on Warren Avenue in Portland, Maine, on Saturday night. Two other teenagers, aged 14 and 15, sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries in the incident. According to Portland police, a group of teenagers was walking on the north side of Warren Avenue around 9 p.m. when they 'entered the roadway abruptly' and were struck by a vehicle driven by a 48-year-old Portland man traveling in the same direction. Mohammed was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident occurred near a complex housing the Fitness Factory, Goldfish Swim School, and the Portland Sports Complex. The section of Warren Avenue where the crash happened lacks sidewalks, crosswalks, and streetlights, and has a posted speed limit of 35 mph. No charges have been filed against the driver, and police have not released further details regarding the vehicle or the teenagers' origin. Both Scarborough and Portland schools are offering counsel...

Maine Teen Dies, Two Injured After Vehicle Collision in Portland

Maine Teen Dies, Two Injured After Vehicle Collision in Portland

A 13-year-old boy has died and two other teenagers were hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Portland, Maine, on Saturday. The incident occurred on Warren Avenue near the I-95 overpass at approximately 8:46 pm. Portland Police officers responded to the scene, where a 48-year-old Portland man was driving the vehicle involved. Initial investigations suggest that a group of juvenile males was walking on the north side of Warren Avenue towards Riverside Street when three of them abruptly entered the roadway and were hit by the vehicle traveling in the same direction. The 13-year-old boy succumbed to his injuries at the scene, while two other boys, aged 14 and 15, were transported to Maine Medical Center. Several other juveniles walking with the group were unharmed. Authorities have not yet released the names of the teenagers involved.

Scarborough Eighth Grader Identified as Victim in Fatal Portland Crash

Scarborough Eighth Grader Identified as Victim in Fatal Portland Crash

A 13-year-old eighth-grade student from Scarborough, Abdulrahman Mohammed, has been identified as the victim in a fatal crash that occurred on Warren Avenue in Portland. The incident took place on Saturday night when a group of teenagers, including Mohammed, entered the roadway and were struck by a vehicle driven by a 48-year-old Portland man. Mohammed was pronounced dead at the scene, while two other boys, aged 14 and 15, sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to Maine Medical Center. Police have not filed charges against the driver, and the investigation is ongoing. Both Scarborough and Portland schools are offering counseling services to students in response to the tragedy.

Portland Driver Arrested After Police Chase Ends in Fiery Crash

Portland Driver Arrested After Police Chase Ends in Fiery Crash

A driver in Portland, Maine, Jace Murphy, 28, was arrested following a police chase that culminated in a fiery crash. The incident began on Sunday evening when Portland Police Department officers responded to reports of a crash and a vehicle speeding away on Deering Avenue. An officer attempted to stop the fleeing vehicle, but the pursuit was terminated in the Old Port area due to safety concerns. Subsequently, the driver crashed into the Portland Square parking lot, where the car caught fire. Murphy reportedly fled the scene on foot but was later apprehended by police. He faces multiple charges, including refusing to submit to arrest, attaching false plates, failure to stop, driving to endanger, eluding an officer, and failing to notify of a motor vehicle accident. Additionally, an outstanding warrant was noted. No individuals were hospitalized as a result of the crash.

Sacramento Police Report Death of 15-Year-Old Girl Days After Vehicle Collision

Sacramento Police Report Death of 15-Year-Old Girl Days After Vehicle Collision

A 15-year-old girl has died days after being struck by a vehicle in Sacramento, California. The Sacramento Police Department reported that officers responded to the incident on Friday, just after 6 p.m., at the intersection of Bruceville and Calvine roads. Upon arrival, they found the girl injured on the roadway. She was transported to a hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries on Sunday. Authorities have stated that the driver involved in the collision remained at the scene following the incident. Preliminary investigations indicate that driving under the influence (DUI) does not appear to be a contributing factor in the crash. The identity of the deceased girl has not yet been released by officials. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision is ongoing.

18-Year-Old Dies in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-65 in Birmingham

18-Year-Old Dies in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-65 in Birmingham

An 18-year-old, Jordin Jacobie Coles of Pleasant Grove, was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 in Birmingham, Alabama, early Tuesday morning. The incident, which occurred before 4 a.m. in the northbound lanes near University Boulevard, involved two vehicles and a motorcycle. Coles was driving a vehicle that collided with a motorcycle, subsequently causing his vehicle to leave the interstate, go off an embankment, and come to rest on 11th Street South behind a Birmingham fire station. Birmingham Fire and Rescue crews treated one individual with minor injuries at the scene on the interstate. Authorities have shut down lanes on I-65 as Birmingham police investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. The Jefferson County Coroner's Office confirmed Coles' identity.

Father and Son Killed by Vehicle on I-65 North in Birmingham

Father and Son Killed by Vehicle on I-65 North in Birmingham

A tragic incident occurred late Sunday night on I-65 North in Birmingham, Alabama, resulting in the deaths of a father and son, Cornelius Leray Dixon, 56, and Jamari Tre’vionne Dixon, 22. Both men, residents of Birmingham, were pedestrians in the northbound lanes of the interstate, specifically between Finley Boulevard and 32nd Avenue North, when they were struck by a vehicle around 11:30 p.m. According to authorities, the driver involved in the collision remained at the scene and promptly contacted the police. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed the identities of the victims and stated that Cornelius Dixon was injured at 11:42 p.m., with his son being struck approximately one minute later. Both were pronounced dead at the scene shortly after midnight on Monday. The Birmingham Police Department has initiated an investigation into the crash to determine the circumstances that led to the father and son being in the interstate roadway and the events surrounding their deaths.

Juvenile Bicyclist Dies in Head-On Collision with SUV in Durham

Juvenile Bicyclist Dies in Head-On Collision with SUV in Durham

A juvenile bicyclist was killed in a head-on collision with a 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV in Durham on September 13. The incident occurred around 12:43 p.m. at the intersection of Knightwood Drive and Bengel Drive. According to Durham police, a female driver was traveling north on Knightwood Drive when the male juvenile, riding a bicycle, entered the roadway from Bengel Drive onto Knightwood Drive. The collision happened shortly after the juvenile entered the road. The bicyclist was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he was later pronounced deceased. As of now, no charges have been filed, and the Durham Police Department is continuing its investigation into the crash.

National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Visits Maine to Highlight Arts' Role in Community Well-being

National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Visits Maine to Highlight Arts' Role in Community Well-being

Chairman Carter of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) recently concluded a visit to Maine, touring cities including Portland, Rockland, Bangor, and Lewiston. Accompanied by Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (ME-1) and Amy Hausmann, Executive Director of the Maine Arts Commission, Chairman Carter engaged with various arts organizations, artists, and leaders. The visit focused on exploring how the arts intersect with health and well-being, serve as community anchors, and contribute to revitalization efforts. In Portland, Chairman Carter visited the Portland Museum of Art to learn about its collaborations with healthcare professionals and medical students, emphasizing how art engagement can enhance critical thinking and empathy in medical practice. She also visited Mechanics’ Hall, which is hosting an NEA Big Read project, and Indigo Arts Alliance, an organization dedicated to supporting Black and Brown artists through residencies and public engagement.

Margaret Chase Smith Became the First Woman Elected to a Full Senate Term

Margaret Chase Smith Became the First Woman Elected to a Full Senate Term

In 1948, Margaret Chase Smith achieved a significant milestone in American political history by winning the United States Senate election in Maine....

Driver Dies After Fiery Crash into West Valley City Charter School Building

Driver Dies After Fiery Crash into West Valley City Charter School Building

One person died after a vehicle crashed into the American Preparatory Academy building in West Valley City late Monday night. According to police, a speeding driver struck the school building located on 3100 South just before 11 p.m. The impact caused the vehicle to erupt in flames. Emergency crews quickly responded to the scene and extinguished the fire. Despite their efforts, the unidentified driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is under investigation by local authorities to determine the exact cause of the crash and the factors contributing to the driver's death.

Two Pedestrians Struck by Bus on I-95 Near Fayetteville, North Carolina

Two Pedestrians Struck by Bus on I-95 Near Fayetteville, North Carolina

Two pedestrians were hit by a bus on I-95 near Fayetteville, North Carolina, in the early hours of Sunday morning. The incident occurred around 2:20 a.m., involving a man and a woman. Both individuals were transported to the hospital following the collision. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol has taken the lead in investigating the circumstances surrounding the event. Authorities are currently working to gather more information regarding the extent of the pedestrians' injuries and to determine if any charges will be filed in connection with the incident. The specific location of the accident was on I-95, a major interstate highway, indicating a potentially high-speed environment. The investigation aims to clarify how the pedestrians came to be on the interstate and the factors contributing to the bus striking them.