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The Maine State Police was established in 1925 in order to enforce the laws of Maine in the rural areas. The Maine State Police is the state's largest police agency with an authorized complement of 333 sworn personnel, ranging from Trooper to Colonel. Troopers patrol Maine's Highways and provide full service law enforcement services to the citizens and visitors throughout the State. Detectives investigate homicides, child abuse and other major crimes. There are several specialty units within the State Police to include a tactical, underwater recovery, evidence response, crisis negotiations, and incident management. Take a minute to look through the pages here on this website to learn more about the Maine State Police. TERMS OF COMMENT
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MEDIA RELEASEBarnhart Heavy Haul Transport - Load #3Jay to Oxford, MaineThursday, October 15, 2026The public is advised...
10/14/2026

MEDIA RELEASE
Barnhart Heavy Haul Transport - Load #3
Jay to Oxford, Maine
Thursday, October 15, 2026
The public is advised that Barnhart Crane & Rigging will begin transporting Load #3 as part of the ongoing oversized equipment move from Jay, Maine, to South Portland, Maine.
The move is scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at approximately 6:00 p.m. from Jay, Maine and will travel to a planned overnight hold location in Oxford, Maine. According to the project schedule, this segment will include a temporary jumper bridge operation on Route 117 in Turner.
Motorists should expect delays along the route and are encouraged to seek alternate routes when possible.
Anticipated Traffic Impacts
Oversized load movement beginning at approximately 6:00 p.m.
Temporary closure of Route 117 (Buckfield Road) in Turner for installation and use of a jumper bridge.
The Route 117 closure is expected to begin at approximately 10:00 p.m.
Traffic control personnel, law enforcement, and utility crews will be working along the route to facilitate the safe movement of the load.
Drivers are asked to use caution, follow all posted detours and traffic control devices, and allow additional travel time while the move is underway.
All dates and times are subject to change due to weather, operational requirements, or unforeseen circumstances.
For updates regarding future moves, additional media releases will be issued as schedules are confirmed

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEBarnhart Superload Project Successfully Completes First Delivery; Second Load Scheduled to Begin Oc...
10/06/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Barnhart Superload Project Successfully Completes First Delivery; Second Load Scheduled to Begin October 7
South Portland, Maine – The first superload transport associated with Barnhart Crane & Rigging Project 190595 has successfully reached its final destination in South Portland, Maine. The project team would like to thank local communities, law enforcement agencies, utility personnel, MaineDOT, Maine State Police, municipal officials, and residents for their cooperation, patience, and support throughout the movement.
Following the successful completion of the first transport, preparations are now underway for Load #2. The second superload is scheduled to depart Jay, Maine, on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at approximately 6:00 PM, beginning the next phase of the project along the approved route toward South Portland.
Anticipated Load #2 Schedule
Wednesday, October 7
Jay to Turner
Departure from Jay, Maine: 6:00 PM
Overnight travel
Holdover location in Turner
Thursday, October 8
Turner to Oxford
Overnight travel
Holdover location in Oxford
Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 11
Weekend Hold in Oxford
No movement anticipated
Load staged in Oxford
Sunday, October 11
Oxford to Gray
Overnight travel
Holdover location in Gray
Monday, October 12
Gray to Buxton
Overnight travel
Holdover location in Buxton
Tuesday, October 13
Buxton to South Portland
Final transport leg
Delivery to destination in South Portland
Public Information
Motorists should continue to expect:
Slow-moving convoy operations
Rolling traffic delays
Temporary traffic control measures
Utility, es**rt, and law enforcement activity along the route
Temporary bridge operations and roadway impacts at select locations
Travelers are encouraged to allow extra travel time, follow posted traffic control measures, and obey directions from law enforcement officers and traffic control personnel.

The commemorative Maine State Police license plates honoring the 25th anniversary of September 11 are now available for ...
10/05/2026

The commemorative Maine State Police license plates honoring the 25th anniversary of September 11 are now available for purchase. The plates were displayed on Maine State Police cruisers across the state in September as part of a partnership with the Maine State Troopers Foundation to honor the lives and sacrifices of the first responders who died on September 11, 2001.

Proceeds from the sale of the plates will benefit the Trooper Black Foundation, www.mainestatetroopersfoundation.org which provides assistance to first responders and their families during times of crisis or need. Quantities are limited, so those interested are encouraged to purchase early.

Note: These license plates are not authorized to be placed on any vehicle.

Plates can be purchased through the Maine State Troopers Foundation website. www.mainestatetroopersfoundation.org

Updated Public Notice / Press ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOversize Load Movement Scheduled for Monday Night the 5th of O...
10/05/2026

Updated Public Notice / Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Oversize Load Movement Scheduled for Monday Night the 5th of October into Tuesday Morning
Residents and motorists are advised of an upcoming oversize load transport scheduled for Monday evening through Tuesday morning.
The move is expected to depart the Buxton staging area at approximately 9:00 PM Monday night. Crews will begin jumper bridge setup at approximately 10:00 PM.
A temporary detour will be in place during jumper bridge operations. Motorists should follow all posted detour signs and directions from law enforcement and traffic control personnel.
The oversize load is anticipated to cross the Maine Turnpike bridge between 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM Tuesday morning. Intermittent traffic delays should be expected along the route during these operations.
The transport is expected to arrive at its final destination prior to 6:00 AM Tuesday morning.
We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as this specialized transport is completed safely.
Project Schedule
Depart Buxton staging area: 9:00 PM Monday
Begin jumper bridge setup: 10:00 PM
Temporary detour in place during jumper bridge operations
Cross Maine Turnpike bridge: Approximately 1:00 AM to 2:00 AM Tuesday
Arrive at final destination: Prior to 6:00 AM Tuesday

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oversize Load Scheduled to Travel from Oxford to Gray TonightOxford, Maine – October 1, 2026Barnh...
10/01/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Oversize Load Scheduled to Travel from Oxford to Gray Tonight
Oxford, Maine – October 1, 2026
Barnhart Crane & Rigging’s oversized load transport project will continue tonight, Thursday, October 1, 2026, following a successful move from Turner to Oxford overnight.
The convoy safely completed approximately 25 miles of travel and was parked in Oxford at approximately 4:15 a.m. this morning. No issues were reported during the move.
The transport convoy is scheduled to resume movement tonight at 7:00 p.m., traveling from Oxford toward Gray along the approved route under es**rt and traffic control measures. Motorists should expect temporary traffic delays, intermittent road closures, and reduced travel speeds in areas along the route while the load is in motion
Upon reaching its planned holdover location in the Gray area, the load will remain parked through the weekend. Movement is scheduled to resume on Sunday night, October 4, 2026, as the transport continues toward its final destination in South Portland.
Drivers are encouraged to use caution when traveling near the convoy, follow all directions from law enforcement officers and traffic control personnel, and allow additional travel time if traveling along the route during the move.
We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as this important transport operation continues safely through Maine.

Now Hiring Full-Time Certified Law Enforcement Officers for the January 2027 RTTYOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE.Looking fo...
10/01/2026

Now Hiring Full-Time Certified Law Enforcement Officers for the January 2027 RTT

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE.

Looking for a career that challenges you, gives you purpose, and gives you room to grow?
The Maine State Police is hiring full-time, certified lateral transfers from other agencies across the state and country.

It’s more than just a job- it’s an opportunity to serve the people of Maine, build a career you can be proud of, and become part of something bigger than yourself.

Whether you're ready for a career change, looking for something more meaningful, or you've always wanted to wear the badge, now is the time to take the first step.
Serve Maine. Challenge yourself. Build your future.

What we offer:
💰 Starting Pay of $37.22 to $43.83 an hour starting pay based upon prior experience
🏡 25 Year MainePERS Retirement
🏥 Health benefits
⭐ Specialty assignments available after 1 year from RTT graduation
🚔 Promotional opportunities and room for advancement
📍 Openings statewide

Interested in becoming a Maine State Trooper?
📞 Trooper Kari Kurth
207-830-0665
📧 [email protected]

Excellence is our standard.

UPDATE: OVERSIZED LOAD MOVE The oversized load traveling through several Maine communities is continuing its move, with ...
09/30/2026

UPDATE: OVERSIZED LOAD MOVE

The oversized load traveling through several Maine communities is continuing its move, with an updated schedule following slower-than-anticipated progress Tuesday night.
The load traveled from Jay to its first parking location in Turner but did not reach the Jumper Bridge crossing as originally planned. The schedule has been adjusted accordingly.
The current anticipated schedule is:

Our current anticipated schedule is as follows:

• Wednesday Night: Turner to Oxford (including the Jumper Bridge operation)
• Thursday Night into Friday Morning: Oxford to Gray
• Friday through Sunday: Staged in Gray for the weekend
• Sunday Night: Gray to Buxton
• Monday Night into Tuesday Morning: Final movement to the delivery location

Wednesday night, bridge setup activities are scheduled to begin at approximately 6:30 p.m., and motorists may experience temporary traffic delays in the area as crews safely position and move the load.

Motorists traveling near the route are encouraged to plan accordingly, use caution and expect possible delays.

Moving a load of this size through multiple communities requires significant coordination and can result in temporary traffic impacts. We appreciate the patience and cooperation of residents and motorists along the route as crews work to move the load safely.

09/28/2026

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION Oversize Load Transport – Jay, Maine to South Portland, Maine Scheduled Start: September 29, & 30th 2026 at 6:00 PM
A superoversize load transport will begin moving out of Jay, Maine on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM. This move is expected to take approximately two nights and will involve a convoy of support vehicles, law enforcement es**rts, utility crews, and specialized transport personnel. This load will be moving very slow and may cause delays.
This transport is the first of nine total oversize loads scheduled to move along this route. After the successful delivery of the first load, an updated movement schedule will be released for the remaining eight loads.
Load Specifications
• Length: 219.4 feet
• Width: 20 feet
• Height: 19 feet 6 inches
• Gross Weight: 683,530 pounds
Due to the size of this transport, the load and support team will occupy most of the roadway along several sections of the route. Residents and businesses are asked to avoid parking vehicles on the street along the designated route during the movement window. Streetparked vehicles may obstruct the convoy and create unsafe conditions.
Proposed Route
• Riley Road, Jay
• Crash Road
• Route 4
• Route 117
• Route 26
• US Route 202
• Route 22
• US Route 1
• Broadway
• Elm Street, South Portland
Public Safety Notice
The public may experience temporary delays, rolling road closures, and traffic pattern adjustments as the convoy progresses. Local police departments and support crews will be managing intersections and roadway access to ensure safe passage.

Maine State Police Arrest Augusta Woman in Connection with Crash That Killed Two MaineDOT Workers On Friday, September 2...
09/25/2026

Maine State Police Arrest Augusta Woman in Connection with Crash That Killed Two MaineDOT Workers

On Friday, September 25, 2026, at approximately 6:30 am, Maine State Police arrested 34-year-old Samantha Tupper of Augusta following her indictment by a Kennebec County Grand Jury in connection with the January crash that killed two Maine Department of Transportation workers in Waterville. Tupper was indicted Thursday on two counts of Manslaughter, two counts of Aggravated Driving to Endanger, two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and one count of Aggravated Assault. She was arrested Friday morning without incident at a residence on Mayflower Road in Augusta and transported to the Kennebec County Jail. Bail was set at $50,000. The charges stem from a January 13, 2026, crash on I-95 southbound near mile marker 127 in Waterville. The investigation determined that Tupper, who was operating a minivan, failed to stop at a posted stop sign at the end of the Kennedy Memorial Drive on-ramp and attempted to enter the passing lane, where her vehicle was struck by a tractor-trailer. The collision forced Tupper’s vehicle into an active MaineDOT work zone, striking three workers. Two of the workers, 60-year-old James Brown and 51-year-old Dwayne Campbell, both of Waterville, were killed. A third MaineDOT worker was injured. Tupper remains at the Kennebec County Jail pending her initial court appearance.

*UPDATE* The scene has been cleared and all lanes of I-95 northbound in Augusta are now open.Motorists should expect d...
09/18/2026

*UPDATE* The scene has been cleared and all lanes of I-95 northbound in Augusta are now open.

Motorists should expect delays on I-95 northbound near mile marker 111 in Augusta. A UPS truck hauling double trailers pulled into the breakdown lane with a flat tire. While the trailers were being separated, one became disconnected and overturned in the breakdown lane. Traffic will be reduced to one lane while crews work to remove the trailer. No injuries were reported. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area if possible and seek an alternate route.

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