Vermont State Police say a 24-year-old resident of Hamilton, New Jersey, was involved in a two-vehicle crash on US Route 7 in Sunderland on July 1, 2026, at approximately 11:44 AM. Margarita Ivanova was traveling south when her Jeep Grand Cherokee was rear-ended by a black GMC or Chevrolet truck, which then fled the scene.
According to police reports, the crash occurred near mile marker 28. Ivanova was wearing her seatbelt at the time of the incident, and there were no reported injuries. The Jeep sustained minor damage to its rear.
Authorities are seeking information regarding the fleeing vehicle and encourage anyone with details to contact Trooper Jason Danielsen at the Shaftsbury Barracks at 802-442-5421.
Court action related to the incident is pending, and individuals are advised that court dates and times may change at the discretion of the court.
The Vermont sunderland crash situation continues to develop.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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