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Both drivers killed in collision in Augusta

Both drivers killed in collision in Augusta

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Two women were killed after a collision in Augusta on Wednesday.

The crash happened Wednesday afternoon around 2:45 on Eastern Avenue. The vehicle being driven by 26-year-old Kelsey Buckmore of Augusta struck another vehicle being driven by 26-year-old Rachel Paquet of Smithfield.

Both women died at the scene.

Police are still investigating the crash.

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