Vermont State Police say a single-vehicle crash occurred on February 20, 2026, at approximately 2:38 PM on VT Route 22A in West Haven. The incident involved a 2024 Tesla Model Y driven by 43-year-old Sun-Il Kim of New York City, who was traveling north when he reportedly failed to maintain his lane, leading the vehicle to exit the roadway. The Tesla collided with a utility pole before coming to a stop.
According to police, both Kim and his passenger, 39-year-old Steffi Lee, also from New York City, were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and there were no hospitalizations associated with the incident. The Vermont State Police received assistance from the West Haven Fire Department and the Fair Haven Rescue Squad during the response.
A Vermont Civil Violation Complaint is pending against Kim. The charges are allegations, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty. Further legal proceedings will be determined as the case moves forward. This Vermont single vehicle story highlights important developments. The Vermont single vehicle situation continues to develop.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: February 20, 2026
