Thomaston Toddler Death Investigation

Maine State Police are investigating the death of a 22-month-old child occurring in Thomaston. On May 29, 2024, at approximately 7:26 PM., Thomaston Police and Rescue responded to the Walmart in Thomaston for a report of a child not breathing. The child was transported to Pen Bay Medical Center, where the child was pronounced dead.  Thomaston Police contacted the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit, who responded to investigate, which is protocol in all child deaths in Maine. An autopsy will be conducted at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to determine the cause of death. The investigation into the death continues.