Teen killed on Warren Avenue; district mobilizes crisis support
PORTLAND — A 13-year-old student from Scarborough Middle School was killed Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle on Warren Avenue, Portland police confirmed, and the district announced immediate supports for students and staff as the investigation continues.
Scarborough Public Schools identified the boy as Abdulrahman Mohammed, who joined the district last year as a seventh grader after attending schools in Biddeford. In a message to families, Superintendent Diane Nadeau described him as outgoing and active in sports.
“He was a friendly, fun-loving person with a big personality,”
The crash also seriously injured two other teenagers who were struck, according to Portland police. Authorities said all three were pedestrians when they were hit Saturday night on Warren Avenue. The incident remains under investigation.
School response and resources
Scarborough officials said the district’s Crisis Response Team has put a support plan in place for students and staff. Scarborough Middle School will operate on a modified schedule Tuesday to allow time for students to meet in small advisory groups and to process the event. Counselors will be available throughout the day and into the coming week.
- Student identified: Abdulrahman Mohammed, 13
- Location: Warren Avenue, Portland
- Other victims: two teenagers seriously injured
In her message to the community, Nadeau emphasized the district’s focus on supporting Mohammed’s family, as well as students, staff and the broader Scarborough community. School officials have not released further details about the nature of the injuries to the other teens or the circumstances that led to the crash.
Public-safety and community implications
The collision occurred on a busy corridor that connects residential neighborhoods and is used by students, commuters and recreational walkers. Portland police are handling the investigation and have not yet released information on any citations or charges. No timeline has been provided for when the police inquiry will be completed.
Local school districts often coordinate with municipal agencies after traumatic incidents affecting young people. In this case, Scarborough Public Schools has opted to alter the daily routine at the middle school to provide structured time for emotional support, a step administrators say can help students and staff begin to cope with sudden loss.
| Item | Known detail |
|---|---|
| Fatality | 1 student (Abdulrahman Mohammed, 13) |
| Other injured | 2 teenagers (seriously injured) |
| Location | Warren Avenue, Portland |
Officials did not provide additional identifying information about the injured teens or the driver or drivers involved. The district asked the community to respect the family’s privacy as it provides support and coordinates resources.
Next steps for families and students
Scarborough’s Crisis Response Team has advised that counselors will be available, and the district will hold small-group advisory meetings to give students and staff space to talk and receive help. Parents and caregivers who are concerned about their children’s reactions to this event are encouraged to reach out to school counselors for guidance on coping strategies and resources.
As the police investigation continues, officials have not released a timetable for additional updates. Community members seeking more information can monitor communications from Scarborough Public Schools and Portland Police for official notices.
The loss has resonated across communities in southern Maine, highlighting how incidents on shared roadways can affect multiple towns and school districts. For now, Scarborough officials have limited day-to-day operations at the middle school to prioritize student well-being and to give staff time to support grieving students and colleagues.
