Vermont State Police say a single-vehicle crash on US Route 4 in Rutland Town occurred early on December 11, 2025. The incident involved a 48-year-old man, identified as Matthew McCollum from West Pawlet, Vermont, who reportedly failed to maintain his lane and left the roadway.
According to police, upon contact, officers observed signs of impairment in McCollum. He was subsequently arrested on suspicion of Driving Under the Influence (DUI). The vehicle, a 2003 Subaru Forester, sustained minor damage, and no injuries were reported. McCollum was taken to the Rutland Barracks for processing and issued a citation.
He is scheduled to appear in the Vermont Superior Court Rutland Criminal Division on December 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM. According to the report, the charges against McCollum are allegations, and the court date may change as the case progresses.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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