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Swanton man injured in hit-and-run, vehicle of interest

In Swanton, Vermont, police say a man was struck by a vehicle on Cook Road. The driver left the scene; the victim, Braeden Aldridge, 36, sustained serious injuries.

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Vermont State Police say a 36-year-old man from Alburgh was injured after being struck by a vehicle on Cook Road in Swanton early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 5:27 a.m. on June 16, 2026.

According to police reports, the victim, identified as Braeden Aldridge, was transported to Northwestern Medical Center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities are currently seeking information regarding the vehicle involved in the incident, which has not yet been identified.

Police are urging anyone with details about the vehicle or the circumstances surrounding the incident to contact the St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993. The investigation remains ongoing as officials work to gather more information.

Source: Vermont State Police

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