1 dead after car crash in Newport Center

NEWPORT CENTER, Vt. (WCAX) – A man is dead after a crash in Newport Center.

According to Vermont State Police, this happened just after 1 a.m. early Sunday morning

They say 20-year-old Christopher Kirsch of Troy was driving east on Searles Road. as he crossed the westbound lane before veering off the southbound side of the road.

Kirsch reportedly hit several trees before overturning. Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information should contact the state police.

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