EAST MONTPELIER, VT — Vermont State Police responded to a report of a single-vehicle crash on Vermont Route 14 near Colburn Road on May 30, 2026.
Troopers observed a 2002 Toyota Tacoma in a ditch on the side of the road upon arrival.
The operator was identified as Zachary Austin, 28, of Calais.
Police suspected Austin was under the influence of intoxicants following an investigation.
Austin was taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence.
Austin was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.
No injuries were reported.
Roads were wet and it was raining at the time of the incident.
