A 57-year-old Department of Transportation worker from Lewiston was injured Wednesday afternoon, June 24, when he was struck by an SUV while removing tire debris from Interstate 295 northbound.
The crash occurred at approximately 1:43pm.
According to the Maine State Police, DOT crews were working in the breakdown lane with their truck’s amber warning lights activated. Three DOT workers were on scene. While two remained inside the vehicle, the 57-year-old worker exited to clear debris near the right-hand fog line.
He was struck by a 2021 Cadillac SUV operated by a 39-year-old woman from Gardiner. The worker was transported by Gardiner Rescue to MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta with non-life-threatening injuries.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation by Maine State Police.
No further information has been released at this time.
This incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by roadside workers. Motorists are reminded to slow down and move over when approaching emergency and maintenance vehicles with flashing lights.
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