According to police reports, a motor vehicle accident occurred on Creek Road in Clarendon on March 30, 2026, around 6:38 PM. The incident involved a 44-year-old driver, Benjamin Bruno of East Wallingford, who allegedly struck a parked vehicle while traveling southbound.
Police say Bruno’s 2001 Toyota Tacoma collided with a 2003 Ford F-350 that had a passenger, Heidi Congdon, 38, of Clarendon. At the time of the crash, Robert Congdon Sr., 68, was operating sap collecting equipment in the truck bed. The impact disabled Bruno’s vehicle, which veered off the road. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident.
During the investigation, authorities observed signs of impairment in Bruno. He was subsequently screened for DUI and processed at the Rutland Barracks. Bruno was released with a citation and is scheduled to appear in Rutland Superior Court Criminal Division on May 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Police emphasize that the charges against him are allegations, and court dates may change as the case progresses.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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