Vermont State Police say a single-vehicle rollover crash occurred on December 3 at approximately 10:04 AM on US Route 2 East in East St. Johnsbury. The driver, 78-year-old William Long of Concord, Vermont, was reportedly entrapped in his 2021 Toyota Corolla when emergency responders arrived.
According to police, the vehicle was found off the road in a deep ditch. Troopers, assisted by bystanders, successfully freed Long from the wreckage. Fortunately, he sustained only minor injuries and did not require hospitalization. Authorities noted that speed and the absence of winter tires were factors contributing to the crash, which resulted in the vehicle being totaled.
Emergency services, including the St. Johnsbury Fire Department and CALEX Ambulance, also responded to the scene. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and police emphasize that charges are merely allegations at this stage. Additional legal steps will follow as the case progresses, although specific court dates have yet to be announced.
The Vermont singlevehicle crash situation continues to develop.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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