Driver takes out utility pole in Sheldon, flees scene

SHELDON — Police are investigating a crash that occurred in Sheldon yesterday.

The single-vehicle crash into a utility pole caused significant damage on Vermont Route 105 at around 4:15 p.m.

According to the report, the vehicle left the scene and was described as a white truck with rear-end damage.

The utility pole was seen swinging in the road with wires sparking.

Sheldon Fire responded to the scene and shut down the road for several hours while utility responders made repairs to the damaged equipment.

Police say they checked the area for the vehicle involved in the collision but were unable to locate it.

Anyone who witnessed or has information about this incident is asked to contact the State Police St. Albans barracks at 802-524-5993.