Enosburgh, Vermont — Tragic Evening Collision Claims Life of 32-Year-Old Rider

Enosburgh, Vermont — Tragic Evening Collision Claims Life of 32-Year-Old Rider

On the evening of June 13, 2025, a peaceful summer night in Enosburgh turned into heartbreak when 32-year-old Cody Paradee suffered fatal injuries in a two-vehicle collision at the crossroads of Tyler Branch Road and Duffy Hill Road. The Vermont State Police and local emergency responders rushed to the scene at approximately 7:03 p.m., marking the beginning of a rescue effort that, unfortunately, ended in tragedy.

🚨 Crash Details & Immediate Response

According to the Vermont State Police, Paradee was riding his 2007 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Low northbound on Duffy Hill Road when he collided with a 2002 Toyota Camry driven westbound on Tyler Branch Road. The car was operated by a 17-year-old from St. Albans, who was wearing a seatbelt and emerged from the crash uninjured  .

Conservation officers and troopers arrived within minutes. Bystanders performed CPR on Paradee, who had been wearing a helmet, but his injuries were extensive. He was airlifted to the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC) in Burlington .

😔 A Devastating Outcome

Despite the urgent medical intervention, Paradee succumbed to his injuries during the early hours of June 14, as confirmed by both the State Police and regional news outlets . Troopers subsequently updated the case, stating that Paradee’s condition was critical when initially transported  .

🧑‍✈️ Official Findings So Far

A preliminary report from the Vermont State Police provides a concise summary of the accident:

💔 Community Grieves

Paradee, a resident of Fairfield, VT, was familiar to many in the local riding community. Described as an avid motorcycle enthusiast, he often took to Enosburgh’s rural roads to enjoy rides through Vermont’s pastoral landscapes. Friends recall his contagious enthusiasm and contributions to local motorcycle gatherings and charity rides.

Though initial crash reports failed to mention impairment or distraction, Vermont State Police troopers carefully plan to reconstruct the crash, review witness statements, and analyze possible factors including visibility, signage, sightlines, or vehicle operating conditions.

Officials are requesting anyone who witnessed the collision or has camera footage (dashcam or home surveillance) from the time frame to come forward and assist with the investigation.

🛵 A Reminder of Road Safety

While motorcycling brings freedom and joy to many Vermont riders, this fatal crash underscores the serious risks inherent on rural roads—where sharp turns, unattended intersections, and mixed vehicle traffic require extra vigilance. The case reaffirms:

• Wearing protective gear (including helmets)
• Obeying speed limits and traffic control
• Maintaining full awareness of surroundings
• Utilizing shared responsibility in mixed-traffic zones

🕊 Remembering Cody Paradee

The sudden death of Paradee has hit close to home for both his family and the wider community. His tragic passing has opened discussions on updating local roadway safety measures—especially in areas like Tyler Branch and Duffy Hill, where rural intersections and travel by diverse vehicle types intersect.

Funeral and memorial service details are expected to be released by Paradee’s family with help from local funeral homes. Motorcycle clubs in the region are planning a memorial ride in his honor—one that will coincide with traffic safety awareness campaigns across Vermont.

In Loving Memory

Cody Paradee, 32 (1992–2025) — A passionate rider, friend, and community member, taken too soon. May his memory inspire safer roads and deeper caution among all who share them.

Contact Authorities

Anyone with information, photos, or video from the crash is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police, St. Albans Barracks, at 802‑524‑5993.