Rutland County, VT (May 20, 2026) – A two-vehicle crash at the intersection of US Route 7 and Windcrest Road left one driver injured on Tuesday afternoon in Rutland County. The collision occurred around 12:42 p.m. on May 19.
According to Vermont State Police, a 2018 Ford Escape was traveling south on US Route 7 when the driver attempted to turn left onto Windcrest Road. The vehicle turned in front of a northbound 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, resulting in a collision at the intersection.
The driver of the Ford Escape, identified as 32-year-old Ashley Daniels of Middletown Springs, sustained minor injuries and was taken to Rutland Regional Medical Center. The driver of the Chevrolet Tahoe, 20-year-old Magnus Munro of Floral Park, New York, was not injured.
Both drivers were wearing seat belts, and road and weather conditions were reported as clear and dry at the time of the crash. A civil violation complaint is pending as the investigation continues. We are thinking of the injured driver.
What Often Contributes to Left-Turn Intersection Crashes?
Left-turn crashes at intersections commonly occur when a driver misjudges the speed or distance of oncoming traffic. Even in clear weather, gaps in traffic can appear shorter than they actually are, especially on higher-speed roads like US highways.
Investigators typically examine lane positioning, sight distance, and vehicle timing to understand how a turning maneuver developed into a collision. Intersection layout and traffic volume are also reviewed, along with seat belt use and vehicle damage patterns. These factors can help reconstruct the sequence of events leading up to the crash and determine whether driver judgment or visibility played a role.
