VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A3003023
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ryan Riegler
STATION: VSP Berlin
CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191
DATE/TIME: 04/16/2026 at 1804 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Spruce Haven Rd, Waterbury, VT
VIOLATION: Domestic Assault
ACCUSED: Ian Thompson
AGE: 30
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, VT
VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of
sexual assault or domestic violence.)
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On the above date and time at the above location, the Vermont State Police received a report of a domestic assault. Investigation revealed Ian Thompson caused bodily injury to a family member. Thompson was placed under arrest and brought to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Thompson was issued conditions of release and a citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court - Criminal Division on 04/17/2025 at 1230 hours. Thompson was held for lack of $250 bail.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 04/17/2026 @ 1230 hours
COURT: Washington County Superior Court - Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: Northeast Regional Correctional Facility
BAIL: $250
MUG SHOT: INCLUDED
*Please note: court date and time are subject to change at the discretion of
the court. Please call the criminal court clerk to confirm arraignment time.
Trooper Ryan Riegler
Berlin Barracks
578 Paine Turnpike N.
Berlin, VT
802.229.9191
