Two fatal fires over the weekend, one in Harpswell, and another in Old Orchard Beach, are under investigation.
From the Fire Marshal’s Office:
On Sunday, March 9, 2025, at approximately 12:42 am, the Fire Marshal’s Office was requested to respond to a fire at a home on Sea Mist Lane in Harpswell for a fire investigation. The fire had been extinguished by the Harpswell Fire Department, and no occupants were initially located. It was believed to be a seasonal residence. Fire Marshal investigators conducted an extensive scene examination to determine the fire’s origin and cause. During their investigation, they discovered a deceased male inside the structure. The Office of Chief Medical Examiner in Augusta will determine the individual’s identity. Due to the extent of the damage, the fire is currently classified as undetermined. The investigation remains ongoing.
On Sunday, March 9, 2025, at approximately 9:23 am, the Old Orchard Beach Police and Fire Departments responded to 9 Usen Lane for a reported cardiac event. Upon arrival, first responders determined that the male resident was deceased in the living room and that a fire had occurred inside the residence. The Fire Marshal’s Office was dispatched to investigate. The deceased has been identified as 70-year-old John Chadbourne. The cause and circumstances of the fire remain under investigation.
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