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Orange man cited for gross negligent operation in fatal crash, police say

In Orange, Vermont, police say Kyle Hunt, 23, faces charges of Gross Negligent Operation and Obstruction of Justice following a fatal crash with a dirt bike.

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According to police reports, a serious two-vehicle crash occurred on Richardson Road in Orange on October 5, 2025, resulting in the death of a 16-year-old girl. Vermont State Police say Kyle Hunt, 23, of Washington, was driving a Subaru Crosstrek westbound when he turned south in front of a Kawasaki KLX140 dirt bike operated by Kaylee Bailey, who was traveling east.

The collision caused significant front-end damage to both vehicles. While Hunt was not injured, Bailey was found unresponsive at the scene and was pronounced dead despite attempts to revive her.

On February 14, 2026, Hunt was issued a citation for Gross Negligent Operation resulting in death and Obstruction of Justice. According to the report, he is scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Orange County Criminal Division, on February 25, 2026, at 8:30 AM. These charges are allegations, and it is important to note that court dates and charges may change as the case progresses.

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Source: Vermont State Police

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