Scarborough, ME – Drivers on the Maine Turnpike faced significant delays early Friday after a tractor trailer struck a bridge abutment in Scarborough.
According to Maine State Police, the crash happened around 12:47 a.m. on September 12, 2025, when the tractor trailer hit the Gorham Road overpass bridge at mile 44 south. Investigators believe the driver may have suffered a medical event before the crash.
The truck first struck the center median wall before colliding with the bridge abutment. The driver was taken to Maine Medical Center with what police described as minor injuries.
The crash caused major disruptions for commuters overnight. Southbound lanes were reduced to one lane of travel for about 5.5 hours, while northbound traffic was restricted to two lanes for three hours. Cleanup and recovery efforts involved multiple agencies, including the Maine Turnpike Authority, South Portland Fire, Maine DEP, Ray’s Towing, New England Truck Center, and Clean Harbors.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident. Motorists are reminded to expect occasional delays as crews finish cleanup and inspection work in the area.
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