Vermont State Police say a single-vehicle crash occurred on Baird Road in Barton on February 21, 2026, resulting in minor injuries for the driver and passengers. Eighteen-year-old Kyler Sylvester, a resident of Orleans, was driving north when he reportedly lost control of his 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, which left the road, struck a tree, and then collided with a snowbank.
According to police, Sylvester and three passengers, including two other 18-year-olds from Barton and Brownington, along with a 16-year-old juvenile from Barton, were evaluated at North Country Hospital for suspected minor injuries. The Chevrolet sustained extensive front-end damage and was towed from the scene.
Sylvester has been charged with multiple violations, including operating at an unreasonable speed for the conditions, driving on improperly marked roadways, failing to register the vehicle, and operating without liability insurance. These charges are allegations and will be addressed in court, with further legal proceedings to follow as the case progresses.
Source: Vermont State Police
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