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1 Dead in Fatal Crash in Litchfield

1 Dead in Fatal Crash in Litchfield

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LITCHFIELD, Maine (AP) Maine State Police say a driver was killed when his sport utility vehicle struck a tree in Litchfield.

Police say 67-year-old Michael Oliver of Sabattus died instantly Monday morning.

Investigators say his vehicle crossed the center line and slammed into a pine tree off Route 197. They say road conditions did not appear to be a factor.

The crash remains under investigation.

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