Vermont State Police say a 69-year-old Newbury resident was cited for a civil violation following a two-vehicle crash on US Route 5 South near Moore Hill Road on June 15, 2026, at approximately 3:53 PM.
According to police reports, Werner Hegemann was operating a 2005 Toyota Tacoma when he experienced a mechanical failure that caused a loss of brakes. As the Tacoma veered off the west side of the road, Hegemann attempted to steer back onto the roadway, resulting in a collision with a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado driven by 51-year-old Michael Gusha of Bradford. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident.
Hegemann was issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint for violating Title 23 VSA 1222, which pertains to vehicle operation standards. The Newbury Fire Department and Woodsville Ambulance assisted at the scene.
Source: Vermont State Police
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