Vermont State Police say a two-vehicle crash occurred on December 13, 2025, at approximately 12:40 p.m. on US Route 7 near Leicester Whiting Road in Leicester. The crash involved a Toyota Rav4 driven by 83-year-old Dennis Beattie of Rochester and a Volkswagen Taos operated by a juvenile.
According to the report, Beattie was stopped at a stop sign on Leicester Whiting Road when he failed to yield to the southbound Volkswagen, resulting in a collision. Both drivers sustained minor injuries, and the juvenile operator, along with their passengers, was transported to Porter Medical Center for treatment.
The incident was attended by local emergency services, including Middlebury EMS, Brandon EMS, and the Brandon Fire Department. Charges related to the crash have not been specified, and the investigation remains ongoing.
The next legal steps, including potential court dates, will depend on the progress of the investigation, as the charges are still allegations at this stage.
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Source: Vermont State Police
Central Vermont Medical Center Leicester motor vehicle crash US Route 7 Vermont State Police
Last modified: December 20, 2025
