According to police reports, a two-vehicle collision occurred on December 16, 2025, around 7:32 a.m. on Vermont Route 14 in Albany. The Vermont State Police responded to the scene where they identified the drivers as Jericho Thatcher, 18, of Barton, and Shannon Smith, 46, of Marshfield.
Police say Smith was stopped for a school bus while traveling north on Route 14. Thatcher, also heading north, reportedly crested a hill behind Smith’s vehicle and was unable to stop in time, causing his Subaru Legacy to rear-end Smith’s Ford Edge. Fortunately, all individuals involved reported no injuries from the incident.
Both vehicles sustained damage, with Thatcher’s vehicle suffering front-end damage and Smith’s vehicle showing damage to its rear. No charges have been reported at this time.
As the investigation continues, case details may evolve. The parties involved are not facing any legal consequences as of now, but information could change as officials assess the situation further.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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