MSP Investigating Death in Fairfield

January 24, 2026 — by Scanner Alerts Media

Fairfield, Maine

Authorities are investigating the death of a man who was found unresponsive along a roadway in Fairfield on Saturday morning, according to police.

Key Points

Date/Time: Saturday, January 24, 2026, at approximately 8:57 a.m.

Location: Martin Stream Road, Fairfield

Initial Response: Fairfield Police Department

Investigating Agency: Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit Central

Medical Examination: Office of Chief Medical Examiner

Decedent Identified: Jason Grant, 46, of Oakland

Status: Investigation ongoing; autopsy pending

Incident Overview

Police said the Fairfield Police Department received a 911 call reporting a male found on the side of the road and not breathing on Martin Stream Road. Responding officers determined the male was deceased and contacted the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit Central.

Investigation and Response

State Police detectives and evidence technicians responded to the scene and worked throughout the day conducting interviews and gathering evidence. Authorities said the deceased was transported to the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in Augusta, where an autopsy will be conducted in the coming days.

Identification

Detectives identified the deceased as Jason Grant, 46, of Oakland.

How to Submit Information

Anyone who was in the area of Martin Stream Road in Fairfield and/or Norridgewock on Friday night or early Saturday morning and may have information that could assist investigators is asked to contact the Maine State Police at 207-624-7076.

Credit: Maine State Police