UPDATE: A tragic snowmobile crash in Washburn, Maine, has resulted in the death of a 17-year-old girl. The incident occurred shortly after 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2024, as a 17-year-old boy was operating the snowmobile with the girl as a passenger, according to the Maine Warden Service.
The snowmobile was reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed when it failed to negotiate a 90-degree turn on Story Street, striking a curb and flipping over. Both teenagers were ejected from the snowmobile, which then collided with the side of a nearby house. The young girl was pronounced dead at the scene, while the boy sustained multiple injuries.
Emergency responders from Presque Isle EMS, Presque Isle Fire and Rescue, and the Presque Isle Police Department rushed to the location to assist. The injured boy was first taken to Cary Medical Center in Caribou, before being transferred to Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor for further treatment.
Both teenagers were wearing helmets at the time of the crash, as confirmed by Maine Warden Service spokesperson Mark Latti. Their names have not been released due to the ongoing investigation.
This heartbreaking incident highlights the dangers associated with snowmobiling, particularly at high speeds. As authorities continue to investigate, community members are left grappling with the loss of a young life.
Stay tuned as we bring you more updates on this developing story.
