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November 26, 2024

Williston Barracks / Missing Person

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

 

CASE#: 24A1008456

TROOPER: S. Cavic

STATION: Williston                        

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: November 25th, 2024, at 1908 hours  

INCIDENT LOCATION: Bolton Valley Access Road, Bolton VT  

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On November 25th, 2024, at approximately 1908 hours, members of the Vermont State Police received the report of a missing person in the town of Bolton. The complainant advised that his nephew has not been heard from since November 2nd, 2024 , lives out of his vehicle and suffers from mental health issues. The male was identified as Robert Painter 12/24/1995. The complainant stated Painter is likely operating a Silver 2017 Chevy Cruze displaying a Vermont registration plate KHW215. A photograph of Painter is attached for reference. Anyone with information pertaining to Painter’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Vermont State Police Williston Barracks at 802-878-7111. This investigation is ongoing at this time and further updates will be provided as they become available.