Police: Man Intentionally Entered Roadway Before Being Struck in Maine

A man was seriously injured early Tuesday morning after being struck by a vehicle on Route 3 in Palermo, Maine, according to Maine State Police.

The incident happened at approximately 5:35 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, near the intersection of Route 3 and Level Hill Road.

According to a preliminary investigation by Maine State Police, an adult male had pulled his vehicle over to the side of Route 3 before getting out.

Investigators say the man then intentionally entered the roadway, where he was struck by an approaching vehicle.

The man suffered life-threatening injuries as a result of the collision.

Emergency responders transported him by Liberty Ambulance to Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor for treatment.

Police have not released the man's name, age, or any additional information about his condition.

The driver of the vehicle that struck the pedestrian was not injured, according to authorities.

Troopers from the Maine State Police Central Field Troop responded to the scene, where they were assisted by deputies from the Waldo County Sheriff's Office and personnel from several local fire and emergency medical service departments.

Ready Road Towing also responded to assist with removing a vehicle from the scene.

Authorities have not provided additional details about the circumstances leading up to the incident.

Maine State Police say the crash remains under investigation.