Rumford, ME – Child Killed in Two-Vehicle Accident on US Rte 2

Rumford, ME (August 14, 2024) – Local police say that an 8-year-old Hopedale boy was killed, and his father and 5-year-old brother are recovering from life-threatening injuries after an auto accident over the weekend in Rumford, about 50 miles northwest of Augusta.

Rumford Police Chief Tony Milligan, in a statement released on Monday, said a 42-year-old man from Hopedale and his 5-year-old son remain hospitalized in serious but stable condition. But the man's 8-year-old son, whose name was not released, died in Saturday's crash. The chief added in his statement that the driver of the other vehicle involved also remains hospitalized in serious but stable condition.

According to a press release from Rumford police, the crash occurred on Saturday at about 3:15 p.m. on U.S. Route 2. Police said a Subaru Impreza and a Volvo 80 collided at the site. Alcohol is suspected to be involved in the crash, although police did not say who they believe was drinking. Officers asked if there were any witnesses with knowledge of the incident to step forward as their investigation continued.

Our sincere condolences go out to the deceased child's family. Our thoughts are with the injured victims in hopes of their full recovery.

Fatal Auto Accidents in Maine

Unfortunately, severe injuries from auto accidents may sometimes be deadly. You can never be ready for the loss of a loved one in a tragic vehicle accident, of course. But, while there is no way to bring back the loved one you lost in an auto accident, you can hold the irresponsible driver accountable and get justice by filing a lawsuit to get justice and your fair coverage for losses after a collision. Burial and medical costs, loss of income or health benefits, and other issues may severely burden the victims and families suffering from a loved one's wrongful death.

However, when a deceased individual would have been eligible to pursue a personal injury claim had they lived, a wrongful death claim may be made in the state of Maine against the defendant. This usually refers to wrongdoing, negligence, or default on the part of another individual that causes another person to pass away.

When you've suffered the devastating aftereffects of a loved one's death, we're there to help you and yours. Get in touch with the committed attorneys at McCue Law Office if you think you may have a case. We can assist you in obtaining the proper compensation you deserve. Contact our Rumford wrongful death lawyers at (207) 862-5290 if you've lost a loved one in a crash that occurred through no fault of their own.

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