STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#: 24A5005852
TROOPER: Trooper Logan Miller STATION: Derby
CONTACT#: 334-8881
DATE/TIME: 11/10/24 at 0115 hours
LOCATION (specific): Searles Rd, Newport Center, VT
VEHICLE #1 OPERATOR: Christopher Kirsch AGE: 20 SEAT BELT: Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Troy, VT
DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLE: 2016 Subaru WRX
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE: Totaled
INJURIES: Fatal
WEATHER: Clear & Dark
ROAD COND: Dry, Blacktop
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On 11/10/24, at approximately 0115 hours, Vermont State Police were notified of a single vehicle roll over crash on Searles Rd in the town of Newport Center. Upon arrival, Troopers located a single vehicle off the south side of the roadway.
Through investigation it was determined vehicle 1 was traveling east on Searles Rd. Vehicle 1 crossed the west bound lane of travel prior to going off the southbound side of the roadway. Vehicle 1 struck several trees prior to overturning. The operator was found deceased upon the arrival of emergency responders.
The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by Newport Center Fire Department and Newport Ambulance Service.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation and anyone with information or who may have witnessed this crash, is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881.
Sergeant Abigail Drew
Patrol Commander
Derby Barracks
35 Crawford Road
Derby, VT 05829
802-334-8881
