Vermont State Police say a two-vehicle collision occurred on US Route 302 near Leighton Hill Road in Newbury on February 16, 2026, around 2:28 PM. The crash involved a 16-year-old juvenile operating a 1993 Ford Escort and a 62-year-old Concord resident, Lynn Bushey, driving a 2018 Toyota Rav4.
According to police reports, the juvenile driver and a passenger in the Escort sustained minor injuries and were transported to Cottage Hospital and Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, respectively. Both vehicles were deemed totaled. Bushey, the operator of the second vehicle, did not report any injuries. Preliminary investigations indicate that the juvenile driver attempted a left turn, which led to the collision with Bushey’s vehicle.
The investigation remains active, and police are continuing to gather details regarding the incident. As this case progresses, charges may be filed based on the findings of the ongoing investigation. Further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
Source: Vermont State Police
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