Johnathan Bauer Obituary: 28-Year-Old Augusta Man Dies in Electric Unicycle Crash

Johnathan Bauer, 28, of Augusta, Maine, died following a collision involving an electric unicycle and a vehicle on Western Avenue on October 31, 2026. Police are investigating.

Johnathan Bauer Dies Following Augusta Collision

The Augusta community is mourning the death of 28-year-old Johnathan Bauer following a fatal collision involving an electric unicycle and a motor vehicle on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

According to the Augusta Police Department, officers responded at approximately 3:22 p.m. to the area of Western Avenue and Melville Street after receiving reports of a crash involving a vehicle and an electric unicycle.

Police identified Bauer, an Augusta resident, as the person operating the unicycle. He sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

Driver Identified as Investigation Continues

Authorities identified the vehicle’s driver as 26-year-old Rhysonne Bishop of Mississippi. Police have not publicly provided further details about how the collision occurred or identified a cause.

The Augusta Police Department and Maine State Police are investigating the incident. Maine State Police are also conducting crash reconstruction to help establish the sequence of events. No charges or arrests were reported in the available coverage.

Remembering Johnathan Bauer

Johnathan Bauer’s death at 28 is a tragic loss. His family, friends and others who knew him are left to process the sudden loss of a young life.

Further information about Bauer’s personal background, family, occupation and funeral arrangements has not been confirmed in the reliable reports reviewed. Those details should be shared only through his relatives or an authorized funeral-home announcement.

Our sincere condolences go out to everyone grieving his passing. May his loved ones find strength and comfort during this difficult time.