Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle On Maine Avenue in Bangor

Two accidents in Bangor since last night have sent two people to the hospital, including a pedestrian who was hit by a car.

Bangor Police say it around 4:30 Friday morning when a male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Maine Avenue, near Hayes Street. The man, who police say was in his 40's, suffered serious injuries. He's been taken to a local hospital for emergency treatment.

Maine Avenue was closed for a time this morning but has been reopened. Police are investigating the crash.

In a separate crash, a vehicle left the roadway on Burleigh Road, and caught fire after striking some trees. The female driver was alone in the vehicle when the accident happened at around 8:00 Thursday night. Two passersby pulled the woman to safety and she was taken to a local hospital for emergency treatment. There's no word on her current medical condition.

Police are investigating both accidents. So far, no charges have been filed.

We'll update this story as more details become available.