Overview
- A single-vehicle crash early on Saturday left the driver dead after the car crossed the center line, left Route 115 and struck an apartment building.
- The vehicle hit the building’s natural gas meter, creating a significant leak that posed an immediate explosion and fire risk.
- Responders evacuated the affected apartment and several nearby homes, temporarily closed a section of Route 115 and cut power to portions of North Windham for safety.
- Cumberland County and local utility crews contained the leak, reopened the road and began restoring power while the Windham Police continue an active investigation.
- Authorities are withholding the driver’s identity and vehicle details pending family notification, and they thanked residents and partner agencies for their cooperation during the response.