According to police reports, a single-vehicle crash occurred on Pond Hill Ranch Road in Poultney early on April 24, 2026. Vermont State Police say 19-year-old Joao Vaz, a resident of Grafton, Massachusetts, lost control of his 2014 Nissan Altima and collided with a tree around 5:14 AM.
The incident was reported to the Rutland Barracks, where troopers and the Poultney Fire Department responded to the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and Vaz was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash. The vehicle sustained moderate front-end damage.
At this time, no civil violation complaint has been lodged against Vaz, and there are no current bail or court actions related to this incident. The investigation remains open, and police indicate that any court dates or charges may change as the case develops.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: April 24, 2026
