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Police respond to incident in Old Orchard Beach

Police said two people were expected to be brought to a nearby hospital for treatment for injuries.

OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — Police have responded to an apparent fight Monday afternoon in Old Orchard Beach. 

Police responded to a scene in the area of Pine View Lodge on Atlantic Avenue at about 3:30 p.m., where they said at least three people were involved in a fight. 

Old Orchard Beach Deputy Chief David Hemingway was at Atlantic Avenue when he told NEWS CENTER Maine that two people would be brought to a hospital for what he described as lacerations on the hand and neck, but there is no confirmation yet as to what caused the injuries. 

The injuries are not considered life-threatening, Hemingway said, and crews were expected to clear the area shortly. 

Police said there was no threat to the public, and the incident remains under investigation. 

As of 4:45 p.m., Atlantic Avenue had reopened to traffic, and only one cruiser remained at the scene.

Credit: NCM

 

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