MSP Investigating Crash on I-295 in Portland
Summary
Car Crash Portland Maine in Portland, Maine: On Friday, June 19, 2026, at approximately 9:08 AM, two vehicles collided on Interstate 295 northbound near Forest Avenue in Portland, Maine. A commercial vehicle struck a 2007 Ford pickup truck after traffic slowed suddenly, causing both vehicles to become disabled and creating significant traffic delays. The male passenger in the pickup sustained serious but non‑life‑threatening injuries and was transported to Maine Medical Center by the Portland Fire Department; the commercial driver was uninjured. A secondary two‑vehicle crash occurred in the resulting traffic backup near Hadlock Field, where minor injuries were reported and both vehicles were driven from the scene.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Passenger | Passenger | Injured |
Original reporting
MSP Investigating Crash on I-295 in Portland | Maine State Police