Caltrops Scattered on Vermont Roads Puncture Tires of Six Motorists; State Police Investigating
The Vermont State Police said on November 13 that metal caltrops have been placed on several public highways in Orleans County, Vermont, puncturing the tires of multiple passing vehicles. Troopers are investigating and are asking motorists to remain vigilant and share information. The case number is 26A5006524.
According to the release, at about 6:23 p.m. on November 12 the Derby Barracks received a report that triangular metal objects had been placed in the roadway on Vermont Route 242 in the town of Jay, damaging the tires of passing vehicles. Since then, troopers have received additional reports of similar objects on roadways in Jay, Westfield and Lowell. Caltrops are sharp, multi-pointed metal objects designed to puncture tires when driven over.
Six motorists have reported flat tires after driving over the suspected caltrops. The state police said the objects pose a significant safety risk to motorists and could result in vehicle damage, loss of control, or serious injury.
Troopers urged motorists traveling through the affected areas to remain vigilant, to avoid handling any suspected caltrop with bare hands, and not to put themselves at risk by trying to retrieve objects from an active roadway. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881.
Source: Vermont State Police
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