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Gunshot Wound Driver Crashes into Multiple Vehicles in Bennington
BENNINGTON, VT (WNYT) – Bennington police said a crash in Bennington led officers to find a driver with a gunshot wound as investigators took a person of interest into custody. According to the Bennington Police Department, officers were called at…
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Key points
- A driver with a gunshot wound crashed into three parked vehicles in Bennington.
- Emergency services responded, and the driver was transported to Albany Medical Center with life-threatening injuries.
- Authorities are seeking information about a fourth passenger who fled the scene.
BENNINGTON, Vt. NewsWK — A serious incident unfolded in Bennington on Saturday evening, resulting in a driver with a gunshot wound crashing into three parked vehicles. Local authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, which occurred at the intersection of Park Street and Spring Street.
Details of the Incident
Bennington police received reports of the crash at approximately 5:06 p.m. on July 25. A 2024 Subaru Crosstrek was traveling north on Park Street when it collided with three parked cars, one of which ended up overturned.
Upon arriving at the scene, emergency responders discovered that the 38-year-old driver of the Subaru had sustained a gunshot wound. He received immediate medical attention from Bennington Rescue and the Bennington Fire Department before being transported to Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. Due to the severity of his injuries, he was later transferred to Albany Medical Center.
Injuries and Investigation
Two additional passengers in the Subaru were also taken to Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, though their injuries were reported as serious but not life-threatening. Authorities have identified and detained a person of interest related to the incident, stressing that there is currently no threat to the community.
According to police, there were four individuals in the Subaru at the time, but one fled the scene on foot before officers arrived. Investigators are eager to speak with this individual as part of their ongoing inquiry.
Community Impact and Assistance
The Vermont State Police, along with Pownal and Arlington Rescue teams, aided in the response to the crash. The investigation remains in the preliminary stages, and local residents are encouraged to reach out to the Bennington Police Department with any information that could assist in the case.
This incident highlights the importance of community safety and vigilance as authorities work to piece together the details of the situation.
This article was produced with the assistance of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
Based on reporting by Josh Koumjian originally published by WNYT NewsChannel 13. Read the original story.
