Vermont State Police say a serious ATV crash occurred on Suncrest Road in Rupert on April 18, 2026, at approximately 8:25 PM. The incident involved a CF Moto 1000 XL, which rolled over an embankment after leaving the roadway and colliding with several trees.
According to police reports, the vehicle had five occupants. During the rescue operation, one passenger died at the scene, while two others were airlifted to Albany Medical Center for serious injuries, and a third was transported to Rutland Regional Medical Center. The identity of the deceased passenger is being withheld until the next of kin are notified.
Police say the operator, 33-year-old Ellsworth A. Reed of West Pawlet, is suspected of driving under the influence of intoxicants. Reed was taken into custody and charged with DUI resulting in death. He is currently held at Marble Valley Correctional Facility on a $5,000 bail and has been issued conditions of release requiring him to appear in Bennington County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on April 20, 2026, at 12:30 PM. The investigation into the crash remains ongoing, and the charges are allegations at this stage.
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Last modified: April 19, 2026
