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Two Adults Found Dead Near Big Rocks Road on Mount Desert Island

Autopsies at the state medical examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Overview

  • A 911 caller reported the bodies shortly before 9 a.m. Tuesday near Big Rocks Road in Tremont.
  • Southwest Harbor police responded and notified the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit North to lead the investigation.
  • Members of the State Police Evidence Response Team processed the scene for available evidence.
  • Officials describe the case as an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to the public.
  • Investigators request tips to the Major Crimes Unit at 207-973-3700, ext. 9, asking for Detective Dana Austin, or via the unit’s online tip portal.