Pickup hit guardrail in Rochester DUI crash on Route 73
Vermont State Police say a 59-year-old South Orleans, Massachusetts man was arrested in a Rochester DUI crash on suspicion of driving under the influence. The incident occurred on May 22, 2026, around 6:18 PM, when police received reports of a pickup truck that had collided with a guardrail on Vermont Route 73 near Mount Horrid Overlook.
According to police, responding officers found David Collyer exhibiting signs of impairment during their investigation. He was subsequently arrested and taken to the Royalton Barracks for processing. Collyer was issued a citation and released after the arrest.
Collyer is scheduled to appear in Windsor County Criminal Court on June 2, 2026. The charges against him are allegations at this stage, and the court date is subject to change. Individuals facing charges are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This Vermont rochester arrested story highlights important developments.
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