Vermont State Police say a 53-year-old Williamstown resident was transported to Central Vermont Medical Center following a two-vehicle crash on June 30, 2026, at approximately 12:09 p.m. The incident occurred at the intersection of Vermont Route 64 and the northbound Exit 5 off-ramp.
According to police reports, the crash involved a 2011 Toyota Prius, operated by Megan Cooley, and a 2012 Chevrolet Impala, driven by 58-year-old Karen Daniels of Northfield. Preliminary investigations indicate that Cooley’s vehicle was traveling east on Route 64 when it was struck by Daniels’ vehicle, which was heading north on the Exit 5 off-ramp. Cooley was reported to have suspected minor injuries, while Daniels was uninjured.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and police are looking into contributing factors. Troopers received assistance at the scene from Barre Town EMS, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, and local fire departments from Williamstown and Barre Town. No further legal action or citations have been reported at this time.
Source: Vermont State Police
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