Medical Emergency Triggers Van Crash at The Plaza in Old Towne Orange

On Wednesday night, at around 9:22 p.m., a white Dodge van veered into the exterior bollards at The Plaza in Old Towne Orange, striking a park bench and triggering a police and emergency response. Officials say the 60-year-old driver appeared to be experiencing a medical emergency at the time of the incident. Paramedics from the Orange Fire Department transported him to a nearby hospital for evaluation and treatment.

City crews and Police Department staff swiftly responded to assess damage to the historic square and restore safety infrastructure after the collision. The incident raises renewed attention to The Plaza’s layout, traffic patterns, and pedestrian safety—particularly as multiple vehicle incidents have occurred in the area over recent years.

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