FORT KENT, Maine — A 12-year-old who was on a school outing, died Wednesday in a skiing accident at Lonesome Pine Trails in Fort Kent.
Ethan Townsend was a seventh-grade student at Valley Rivers Middle School in Fort Kent, according to a letter issued by MSAD 27 Superintendent Benjamin Sirois.
“The loss is sure to raise many emotions, concerns, and questions for our entire school, especially our students,” Sirois wrote.
Support services, including a crisis intervention team, have been set up at the school for students, parents, and school personnel.
The Fort Kent Police Department confirmed the incident but did not provide any further comment.
No additional information was made available.
A Go Fund Me page has been set up for the family to help with funeral costs.
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