By Crash News Writer 
Fairfield, ME (January 4, 2025) – A pedestrian was fatally struck by a tractor-trailer early Friday morning on Interstate 95 in Fairfield.
According to Maine State Police, the incident occurred at approximately 3:37 a.m. near the southbound Exit 132 off-ramp. Authorities report that Mark Michaud, 49, of Fairfield, was attempting to cross the off-ramp when he was hit by the truck. Michaud sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The tractor-trailer was driven by a 19-year-old from Milford. Officials have not released the driver’s name.
The exit ramp was temporarily closed during the investigation but has since reopened. The crash remains under investigation by Maine State Police. Further details, including potential contributing factors, are pending as the inquiry continues.
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