Vehicle Leaves Roadway, Enters River on Mill Pond Road
Photo by Colchester Fire DepartmentEmergency vehicles stage along Mill Pond Road as crews secure the scene near the bridge.
Photo by Colchester Fire DepartmentPolice, fire, and rescue units coordinate traffic control and incident operations on icy pavement.
Photo by Colchester Fire DepartmentFirefighters and technical rescue personnel work along the riverbank to access the vehicle.
Photo by Colchester Fire DepartmentThe vehicle is visible upright and partially submerged in the river below the bridge.
December 30, 2025 — At approximately 4:00 p.m., the Colchester Fire Department, Colchester Rescue Squad, and Colchester Police Department responded to Mill Pond Road near the bridge for a report of a single vehicle that had left the roadway and entered the river with two occupants and possible injuries. Upon arrival, crews found the vehicle upright and partially submerged. Both occupants had self-extricated prior to first responders’ arrival and were evaluated on scene by Colchester Rescue personnel; one patient was transported to the hospital with reported minor injuries. Due to icy roadway conditions, Mill Pond Road was reduced to one lane while the Colchester Department of Public Works applied additional salt to improve traction. Colchester Technical Rescue assisted towing operators with safely securing and removing the partially submerged vehicle. Once hazards were mitigated and the vehicle removed, the roadway was fully reopened. Officials thanked the public for their patience and reminded motorists to use caution, as winter conditions can change rapidly.
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