Vermont State Police say a single-vehicle crash on I-89 Northbound in Bolton resulted in one fatality and minor injuries on December 26, 2025, around 11:50 a.m. According to police reports, the incident occurred near Mile Marker 73.2 when the driver, 61-year-old Nelson E. Caraballo from Somerville, Vermont, swerved to avoid a tractor-trailer that was changing lanes. This maneuver caused Caraballo’s 2017 Subaru Crosstrek to lose control and crash into a tree in the median.
Caraballo was transported to the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC) for treatment of minor injuries. His passenger, 62-year-old Janet F. Montgomery from Somerville, Massachusetts, also sustained injuries and was taken to the same hospital, where she later died from her injuries.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and police are encouraging any witnesses to reach out to Trooper Nathaniel Quealy at the Williston Barracks. Charges are currently under investigation, and further legal proceedings may follow as details develop. Court dates and specific allegations may change as the case moves forward.
Source: Vermont State Police press release, view original report. This Vermont fatal crash story highlights important developments.
Legal Disclaimer: All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Court dates and charges are subject to change. This report is based on information provided by law enforcement and may be updated as more details become available.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: December 26, 2025
