Vermont State Police say a rear-end collision occurred on December 3, 2025, around 3:40 PM on Interstate 89 North in Georgia, near mile marker 106.8. The incident involved two vehicles: a 2015 Chrysler driven by 25-year-old Noah Bjornson of Highgate and a 2022 Ford Ranger operated by 47-year-old Joseph Rougier of Saint Albans.
According to the report, the crash happened while police were assisting a disabled motorist in the left lane. Traffic had slowed to about 10 miles per hour. Bjornson, who was traveling at interstate speeds, was unable to stop in time after an unrelated Toyota sedan made an abrupt lane change. This resulted in Bjornson’s vehicle rear-ending Rougier’s Ford Ranger. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and both vehicles were moved to the side of the road following the accident.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed a speeding Toyota sedan in the area to come forward. A civil violation complaint for “following too closely” has been lodged against Bjornson. Court dates and further legal proceedings will be determined as the case progresses.
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Last modified: December 4, 2025
