A firefighter has died after being hit by a vehicle in Portland on Wednesday night, police said.
The police department responded to a reported pedestrian crash across from the police station in the 200 block of Main Street around 6:20 p.m.
The firefighter was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, according to police. He was later pronounced dead.
Authorities said the firefighter also serves on the Portland Board of Selectmen.
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Police have identified the man who died as Shaun Manning, 58, of Portland. On the fire department's website, they list Manning as a first lieutenant with Portland Fire and Rescue Station 3.
"It is with profound sadness that the Town of Portland mourns the tragic loss of a member of the Board of Selectmen and the Portland Fire Department," First Selectman Ryan Curley said in a statement.
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"The town of Portland extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues," Curley said.
Manning is described as a dedicated servant who was a lifelong resident of Portland, graduating from Portland High School in 1985, according to officials.
Portland Republicans said Manning had a wife, daughter and three grandchildren. He has been a member of the fire department since 1984.
The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. Police say the crash doesn't appear to be suspicious.
Main Street was closed in the area of the crash for several hours but has since reopened.
"Coming out of the bridge, it's a very busy road, active road, it's not a good night with the rain," Officer Paul Liseo said.
There was a Board of Selectmen meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Curley said Manning was heading to a town meeting when he was struck.
The first selectman said there will be grief counselors available for members of the fire department and town employees on Thursday.
Police are looking to see if speed played a factor in the crash. The crash remains under investigation.
