32-Year-Old Man Seriously Injured after Crash and Fire in Maine

A 32-year-old man was seriously injured Sunday night after crashing into two large rocks and being trapped in a burning vehicle in Standish.

Man Crashed and Collided with Two Large Rocks

The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said Andrew Leeman from Westbrook “was leaving a gathering at the Acres of Wildlife, traveling at a high rate of speed on Pequawket Trail” when he tried to pass another vehicle and went off the road, crashing into two large rocks. The vehicle landed on its side and the rocks were thrown from their original spot.

Speed and Alcohol Believed to be Factors

“It is believed speed and alcohol are factors in the crash,” said the Sheriff’s Office. The crash happened around 11:52 pm.

Driver Extricated from Vehicle with Serious Injuries

First responders had to stabilize his vehicle to extricate him. Leeman was taken to Maine Medical Center with serious injuries.

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Crash Investigation and Charges

The crash investigation is ongoing with charges pending.

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