Trooper Suffers Life-Threatening Traumatic Injuries In Vehicle Crash. VTA Collecting Donations To Aid Trooper & His Family
VSEA is sharing this statement from the Vermont State Police and Vermont Troopers Association, asking labor and the public to donate to help out the family.
VSP Statement:
Corporal Eric Vitali was involved in a serious on-duty motor vehicle crash on I-89 northbound in the town of Bethel, VT, on March 8, 2024. His cruiser sustained massive front-end damage and crushing of the driver’s compartment. He was life-flighted to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. Eric suffered life-threatening traumatic injuries, and his condition is critical. His injuries include a traumatic brain injury, spinal fractures, and pelvis fracture. His doctors are indicating that the coming 72 hours will be critical in determining the outcome of his recovery.