WESTBROOK (AP) — Police in Maine say a woman is dead and a man remains hospitalized after their motorcycle crashed in Westbrook.
Authorities say 35-year-old Jennifer Lavigne of South Portland was pronounced dead at Maine Medical Center. The driver of the motorcycle, 37-year-old Brenton Blaise of Old Orchard Beach, was injured. Police say they have no information on his condition.
The single-vehicle accident happened at 8:35 p.m. Saturday on Pride Street in Westbrook.
Police say neither of the riders was wearing a helmet and that speed and alcohol were contributing factors.
Authorities say further investigation could result in criminal charges being filed.
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