Vermont State Police say a 57-year-old resident of Nashua, New Hampshire, was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 89 in Berlin on July 27, 2026, at approximately 8:53 PM. The operator, Joy Shannon, was traveling northbound when a bear unexpectedly entered the roadway from the right side.
According to police, Shannon was unable to avoid the animal, resulting in a collision. The vehicle, a 2021 Nissan NV200, sustained minor front-end damage but did not result in any injuries. After the incident, Shannon brought the vehicle to a controlled stop in the breakdown lane on the right side of the interstate.
Central Service Towing responded to the scene to clear the vehicle, and the roadway was subsequently free of hazards. Weather conditions at the time of the crash were clear, and the road was dry. No citations were issued in connection with this incident.
Source: Vermont State Police
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