Vermont State Police are investigating a Bristol single-vehicle crash that happened on VT Route 17 in Bristol on May 26, 2026, at approximately 4:14 p.m. According to police, 73-year-old Kevin Kelley of Starksboro was driving a 2011 Ford F-350 when he fell asleep at the wheel, causing the vehicle to veer off course. The truck crossed the center line, exited the westbound lane, and collided with a telephone pole before coming to a stop.
No injuries reported in the Bristol single-vehicle crash
There were no reported injuries, and Kelley was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. The Bristol Police Department and Bristol Fire Department assisted at the scene.
Kelley has been charged with driving on roadways laned for traffic, a violation under 23 VSA 1038, which carries a penalty of $220 and two points on his driving record. According to the report, there is currently no scheduled court action regarding this charge. As with any legal matter, charges are considered allegations until proven in a court of law, and court dates may change as the case develops.
Source: Vermont State Police
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