A single-vehicle crash late Thursday night claimed the life of a 21-year-old Sheldon man, according to Vermont State Police.

Troopers from the St. Albans Barracks responded at approximately 8:40 p.m. on Dec. 26 to a report of a crash with operator entrapment near 1126 VT Route 78. Emergency crews from AmCare and Sheldon Fire also responded to the scene.

Police said a 2015 Audi A4, operated by Jacob King, 21, of Sheldon, had left the roadway and struck a tree. King was pronounced dead at the scene.

Two passengers in the vehicle — Brennan Pandis, 21, and Raven Graves, 21, both of Highgate — were able to exit the vehicle on their own. They were treated at the scene for minor injuries and released by medical personnel.

None of the vehicle’s occupants were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash, police said. The vehicle sustained total damage.

Preliminary investigation indicates that speed was a contributing factor in the crash. The incident remains under investigation.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is asked to contact Trooper Underwood of the Vermont State Police St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993.