According to police reports, a 22-year-old man was arrested for suspected driving under the influence following a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 89 in Brookfield early on March 18, 2026. Vermont State Police say they responded to the incident near mile marker 41.5 around 3:49 a.m., where the vehicle had left the roadway.
The operator, identified as Caiden Crawford-Stempel from Northfield, was not injured and was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash. Upon arrival, officers noted signs of impairment, which led to Crawford-Stempel being taken into custody for DUI suspicion. He was subsequently transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing.
Crawford-Stempel was released with a citation and is scheduled to appear in the Orange County Superior Court – Criminal Division on April 1, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Police indicate that the charges are allegations, and the court date may change as the case progresses.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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