Tremont, ME – Authorities are investigating after two adults were found dead Tuesday morning at a residence along Big Rocks Road in the coastal town of Tremont.
According to the Maine State Police, Southwest Harbor Police responded to a 911 call at approximately 8:57 a.m. Tuesday reporting an incident near Big Rocks Road. When officers arrived, they discovered two deceased adults at the scene.
The Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit North was called in to assist and is now leading the investigation in coordination with Southwest Harbor Police. Officials have not released the identities of the deceased or details about how the deaths occurred.
State police said the bodies will be transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Augusta, where autopsies will be performed to determine the cause and manner of death. An Evidence Response Team was also dispatched to process the scene and collect available evidence.
Authorities emphasized that the incident appears to be isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to public safety in Tremont, Hancock County, or the surrounding Midcoast Maine region.
Anyone with information related to the case is urged to contact Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit North at 207-973-3700, extension 9, and request to speak with Detective Dana Austin. Tips can also be submitted online through the state’s Major Crimes Unit North tip portal.
Officials said additional information will be released as the investigation continues.
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