West Gardiner, ME – A bicyclist was seriously injured Wednesday night after being struck in an alleged hit-and-run on High Street, according to the Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said the crash occurred at approximately 9 p.m. September 17 in West Gardiner. Gardiner Fire/Rescue assisted at the scene. Investigators determined a motor vehicle struck the bicyclist before fleeing, despite sustaining visible damage.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the victim suffered serious injuries and was first transported to Maine General Medical Center in Augusta. The bicyclist was later transferred to Maine Medical Center in Portland for further treatment.
Deputies reported recovering both physical and digital evidence from the scene, which is now being processed to identify the vehicle and driver involved. Officials are urging the responsible party to come forward voluntarily.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch at 207-624-7076. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through the KSO tips line at tipshotline@kennebecso.com.
Authorities emphasized that community assistance is often critical in solving hit-and-run cases. “Every detail helps us move closer to identifying the driver,” the Sheriff’s Office stated.
The investigation remains active.
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