Maine Man Dead Following Fatal Friday Morning Crash on Route 1

According to a press release from the Maine Department of Public Safety's Shannon Moss, the Maine State Police are in the process of investigating a fatal pickup truck versus motorcycle crash on Route 1 in Hancock.

The crash reportedly took place at about 8:30 AM near the Washington Junction in Hancock.

The press release explains:

The initial investigation indicates a motorcycle traveling westbound crossed into the eastbound lane and collided head-on with an eastbound pickup truck. The motorcycle operator, identified as 44-year-old Jim Hoyt of Sullivan, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Hoyt was wearing a helmet. The driver of the pickup truck sustained minor injuries. Route 1 was closed while Troopers investigated the crash and crews cleared the scene. The investigation remains ongoing.

While the gentleman who passed away in this tragic crash was from that part of Maine, it is important to note that, as we kickoff summer tourist season here in Maine, our roads are becoming more and more crowded.  Often these people are completely unfamiliar with their surroundings.  As a result, they may be distracted.

Please use caution when driving on our roads this summer and, of course, keep a close eye out for our friends and neighbors on two wheels.