Family members, friends, and members of the Lowell, Vermont community are mourning the heartbreaking loss of 22-year-old Maddison Hayden, who tragically lost her life in a fatal crash on Thursday night.
According to Vermont State Police, the crash occurred at approximately 10:23 p.m. on Newton Road near Cheney Road when a Polaris RZR side-by-side vehicle overturned on the roadway. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of a serious rollover crash.
Authorities confirmed that Maddison Hayden, who was a passenger in the vehicle, was found at the scene and was pronounced deceased as a result of the crash. Her sudden passing has left her loved ones devastated as they struggle to come to terms with the loss of a young life taken far too soon.
The operator of the vehicle, identified as 27-year-old Randy Lemieux of Lowell, reported no injuries following the crash. Investigators later stated that troopers observed indicators of impairment at the scene. Following a screening, Lemieux was arrested and charged with DUI resulting in death. He was transported to the Northern State Correctional Facility on bail and is scheduled to appear in Orleans Criminal Court.
The investigation into the exact cause of the crash remains ongoing, and authorities have not released additional details at this time.
As news of this heartbreaking tragedy spreads, family members and friends are left mourning an unimaginable loss. Maddison is being remembered for the light she brought into the lives of those who knew her and for the cherished memories that will forever remain in their hearts. Her passing has left a profound void that words cannot fully express.
During this deeply difficult time, heartfelt condolences are extended to Maddison Hayden’s loved ones as they grieve this painful loss. May they find strength in the love they shared with her and comfort in the memories that will always remain.
May she rest in eternal peace, and may her memory live on forever in the hearts of those who loved her.
