PITTSFORD — A severe two-vehicle crash occurred today at approximately 3:04 p.m. on US Route 7 in Pittsford, near Casella’s.
The incident involved a 2023 Freightliner tractor-trailer operated by Nathan A. Cohn, 33, of Ferrisburgh, and a 2010 Toyota Prius driven by Daniel J. Davidson, 44, of Rutland.
The preliminary investigation by the Vermont State Police indicates that Cohn was attempting a left turn to travel north on US Route 7 while Davidson was traveling south.
The tractor-trailer was occupying both north and southbound lanes while exiting Casella’s parking lot, leading to the Prius colliding with its trailer section.
Davidson sustained critical and life-threatening injuries from the impact and was airlifted to UVM Hospital for treatment.
The Prius suffered substantial front-end damage, while the tractor-trailer incurred minor damage.
The Vermont State Police Crash Reconstruction Team is leading the investigation, with assistance from the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could aid in the investigation. Witnesses or those with relevant information are urged to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-388-4919.
This investigation is in its early stages, and further details are not available at this time.
