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June 29, 2026

Update No. 1: St. Albans Barracks / Missing person – located safe

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A2004164

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Adam Martin                    

STATION: VSP St. Albans Barracks                 

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 11:40 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: 337 Rice Hill Rd., Sheldon, VT

INCIDENT: Missing person

 

NAME: Jeanne Couture-Harrod

AGE: 75

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Sheldon, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

Jeanne Couture-Harrod has been located safely on a nearby property.

 

The Vermont State Police thanks the U.S. Border Patrol, Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the Swanton Police Department for their assistance in the search.

 

 

***Initial news release, 1:05 p.m. Monday, June 29, 2026***

The Vermont State Police is searching for a missing vulnerable adult in the Franklin County town of Sheldon. Jeanne Couture-Harrod, 75, was reported missing from her home at 337 Rice Hill Rd. at about 11:40 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2026. Couture-Harrod, who has dementia, is believed to be on foot in the woods.

 

Couture-Harrod is 5 feet tall, weighs about 130 pounds, and has blue eyes and brown shoulder-length hair. She was last seen wearing blue Nike pants, a white and gray 3/4 length shirt, and one black and one gray Sketchers slip-on shoes. Photographs of Couture-Harrod are attached to this release.

 

This disappearance is not considered suspicious, but there are concerns for her welfare. Multiple first-response agencies and state police special teams are assisting in the search. Anyone who sees Couture-Harrod is asked to call VSP’s St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993.

 

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Vermont State Police Watch Commander schedule, June 29 to July 5, 2026

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of June 29 to July 5, 2026. 

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

 

Watch Commander – North

Lt. Paul Ravelin

paul.ravelin@vermont.gov

 

 

Watch Commander – South

Lt. Brittani Barone

brittani.barone@vermont.gov

 

 

 

Watch Commander – Troop A (north)

Williston: 802-878-7111

St. Albans: 802-524-5993

Berlin: 802-229-9191

St. Johnsbury: 802-748-3111

Derby: 802-334-8881

 

Watch Commander – Troop B (south)

Westminster: 802-722-4600

Royalton: 802-234-9933

Shaftsbury: 802-442-5421

Rutland: 802-773-9101

New Haven: 802-388-4919

 

Please visit: http://vsp.vermont.gov/stations for a state coverage map of towns served by specific VSP Field Stations

 

 

St. Albans Barracks / Missing person



 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A2004164

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Adam Martin                    

STATION: VSP St. Albans Barracks                 

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 11:40 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: 337 Rice Hill, Sheldon, VT

INCIDENT: Missing person

 

NAME: Jeanne Couture-Harrod

AGE: 75

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Sheldon, VT

 

 


SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police is searching for a missing vulnerable adult in the Franklin County town of Sheldon. Jeanne Couture-Harrod, 75, was reported missing from her home at 337 Rice Hill at about 11:40 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2026. Couture-Harrod, who has dementia, is believed to be on foot in the woods.

 

Couture-Harrod is 5 feet tall, weighs about 130 pounds, and has blue eyes and brown shoulder-length hair. She was last seen wearing blue Nike pants, a white and gray 3/4 length shirt, and one black and one gray Sketchers slip-on shoes. Photographs of Couture-Harrod are attached to this release.

 

This disappearance is not considered suspicious, but there are concerns for her welfare. Multiple first-response agencies and state police special teams are assisting in the search. Anyone who sees Couture-Harrod is asked to call VSP’s St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993.

 

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Shaftsbury Barracks / Request for Information

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3003536

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jason Danielsen                             

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                     

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 6/28/2026 at 0320 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Billmont's Country Store, Stamford, VT

VIOLATION: Burglary

 

ACCUSED: Pending                                              

 

 

VICTIM: Billmont's Country Store

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Stamford, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 6/28/2026, Vermont Troopers were notified of a burglary at Billmont's Country Store in the town of Stamford, VT. Investigation revealed that on 6/28/2026, at approximately 0320 hours, an unknown individual forced entry into the store and stole items of value.

 

Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Danielsen at the Shaftsbury Barracks at 802-442-5421.

 

Anonymous tips may also be submitted through the Vermont State Police Tip Submission Page online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit. or by texting the keyword “VTIPS” to 274637 (CRIMES).

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Pending

 

 

 

 

*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.

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Williston Barracks / DUI Refusal

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1004880

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Shawn Cavic                      

STATION:  VSP Williston                    

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: 06/29/2026 @ 0214 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I89 Northbound, MM 87.2, South Burlington

VIOLATION: DUI - Refusal

 

ACCUSED: Ian Rossi                                           

AGE: 24

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, Troopers with the Vermont State Police - Williston, were notified of a motor vehicle broken down on Interstate 89 N by mile marker 87.2 in the town of South Burlington. Troopers arrived on scene and made contact with the operator of the vehicle involved. Throughout the interaction, the operator, Ian Rossi (24), was displaying signs of impairment. After investigation, Rossi was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI. Rossi was transported to the Williston State Police Barracks for processing and ultimately issued a citation and released.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME:  07/16/26 @ 0830 hours        

COURT: Chittenden County Criminal Court

LODGED - LOCATION:  N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

 

 

 

*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 Shawn Cavic

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

3294 St. George Road
Williston, VT 05495
Tel:
802-878-7111

 

June 28, 2026

Westminster Barracks/ DLS

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1005634

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Cameron McCutcheon                          

STATION: Westminster                  

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 06/28/2026 @ 1840 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Putney Landing Rd, Putney, VT

VIOLATION: Criminal DLS

 

ACCUSED: Heather L. Walker                                          

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Putney, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Vermont State Troopers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle observed to have committed a motor vehicle offense on Putney Landing Road in the town of Putney, Windham County, VT. Investigation of the incident revealed the operator, Heather L. Walker, was operating a vehicle with a criminally suspended license. Walker was issued a citation and is scheduled to appear at the Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division on 08/25/2026 at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/25/2026 at 0830 hours         

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division

LODGED: NO   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NO

 

 

Trooper Cameron McCutcheon

Vermont State Police

Troop B - Westminster

1330 Westminster Heights Road

Putney, VT 05346

(802) 722-4600

cameron.mccutcheon@vermont.gov

 

Traffic Alert - Case Street, Middlebury

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
New Haven 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Case Street, Middlebury has both lanes obstructed in the area of due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

Royalton Barracks / DUI Crash

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2003245

RANK/TROOPER NAME: CONNERY                   

STATION: VSP ROYALTON       

 

DATE/TIME: 6-28-2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT 14 near Gee Hill Road

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Artie Busano                           

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barre, VT

 

VEHICLE: Harley Davidson

VEHICLE YEAR: 2025

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

            On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks was notified of a motorcycle crash on VT 14 near Gee Hill Road in the town of Royalton. The operator, Busano, displayed signs of impairment on scene, and subsequently was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI upon conclusion of roadside sobriety testing. Busano was processed and issued a Citation into Windsor County Court to answer to the charge of DUI.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 7-28-2026      

COURT: Windsor

LODGED - LOCATION: NO 

BAIL: N/A

 

 

*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.

Berlin Barracks / Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3005145

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Maldonado                           

STATION: Berlin        

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 06/28/2026 @ 1431 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 89 North, Mile Marker 43, Williamstown, VT

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Marie Etienne                                 

AGE: 37

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Providence, RI

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 06/28/2026 a Trooper with Vermont State Police was monitoring traffic on Interstate 89 in Williamstown and observed a vehicle traveling in excess of the speed limit, with Radar confirming the vehicle’s speed at 113 mph. The Trooper stopped the vehicle and identified the operator as Marie Etienne (37) of Providence, RI. The operator was issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Orange Criminal Division on 06/28/2026 at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of excessive speed. Additionally, Etienne was issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint carrying a waiver amount of $710 and 2 points.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/23/2026 at 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Orange Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: No     

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

 

*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.

Williston Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
 
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
 
CASE#:  26A1004860
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Klara Calderon-Guthe
STATION: Williston Barracks   
CONTACT#: (802)878-7111
 
DATE/TIME: June 28, 2026 at approximately 0752 hours
STREET: VT Route 116
TOWN: Hinesburg
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: North Rd
INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A
WEATHER: Clear
ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry
 
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Paul Bentzel
AGE: 82
SEAT BELT? Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Notley, NJ
INJURIES: N/A
HOSPITAL: N/A
 
VEHICLE YEAR: 2018
VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota
VEHICLE MODEL: Prius
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Passenger Side Front End Damage
 
VEHICLE #2
OPERATOR: Tyler Roberge
AGE: 26
SEAT BELT? Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Essex, VT
INJURIES: N/A
HOSPITAL: N/A
 
 
VEHICLE YEAR: 2021
VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru
VEHICLE MODEL: WRX
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Passenger Side Damage
 
 
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
 
On June 28, 2026, at approximately 0752 hours, Vermont State Police responded to the intersection of VT Route 116 and North Road in the town of Hinesburg for a reported two vehicle crash.  Preliminary investigation indicated Vehicle 2 was traveling north on VT Route 116 near the intersection of North Rd. Vehicle 1 was on North Rd at the intersection of VT Route 116 at the stop sign. Vehicle 1 began turning left onto VT Route 116 and stuck Vehicle 2. Based on the evidence on scene and statements from operators and witnesses, Vehicle 1 failed to yield to the right of way of Vehicle 2 as it was traveling north on VT Route 116.
 
 
No injuries were reported by either party involved.  Vermont State Police were assisted by members of the Hinesburg Fire Department.  
 


Trooper Klara Calderon-Guthe

Vermont State Police – New Haven

2490 Ethan Allen HWY

New Haven, VT 05472

802-388-4919

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Shaftsbury Barracks / DUI

 


STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3003531

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Chad Johnson                     

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: June 27, 2026, at 1839 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Arlington, Vermont

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Liane Pluchino                                          

AGE: 51

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:  Bedminster, NJ

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Vermont State Police responded to a motor vehicle complaint. While speaking with the operator, identified as Liane Pluchino (51), Troopers observed several indicators of impairment. Pluchino was ultimately arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Shaftsbury Barracks for processing. Pluchino was later released on citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court Bennington Criminal Division on 07/13/2026 at 0815 hours to answer the charge.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/13/2026 @ 0815 hours           

COURT: Bennington

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

 

*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.

 

 

Berlin Barracks / DUI Crash

 


STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A3005119

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Dalton Maenpaa

STATION: Berlin Barracks                                      

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 6/28/2026, at approximately 0032 hours

STREET: VT Route 14

TOWN: Williamstown

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Business Center Rd

WEATHER:        Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Amber R. Buska

AGE: 30

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Graniteville, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2025

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Ascent

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Airbag deployment, significant passenger and front damage

INJURIES: N/A

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Berlin and Royalton Barracks responded to a single motor vehicle crash at the aforementioned time, date, and location. While interacting with the operator of Vehicle 1, identified as Amber R. Buska, age 30, of Graniteville, Troopers observed indicators of impairment. Buska was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI, transported to the Vermont State Police – Berlin Barracks, and released with a criminal citation to appear in court for the charge of driving under the influence at the below date, time, and location.

 

 

MUG SHOT: Included

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT: Orange County Court – Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/15/2026,     0830 hours

 

 

 

*Please note:  court date and time are subject to change at the discretion of

the court. Please call the criminal court*

 

 

 

June 27, 2026

St Johnsbury Barracks / DUI

VSP NEWS RELEASE-INCIDENT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26A4006843

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kyle Gorman

Station: St. Johnsbury

Contact#: (802)-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 06/26/2026 @ 2146 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-93 S, Waterford

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Ronald Fenoff

AGE: 65

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Littleton, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a Crash on I-93 Southbound in the town of Waterford. The operator, Ronald Fenoff (65), was screened by EMS on scene and was transported to Littleton Regional Hospital for further testing. Upon investigation, Troopers observed signs of impairment. Fenoff was issued a citation for DUI, to appear in Caledonia County Court – Criminal Division on 08/24/2026 at 0830 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/24/2026 at 0830          

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

*Please note:  court date and time are subject to change at the discretion of

the court. Please call the criminal court clerk to confirm the arraignment time.

  

Trooper Kyle Gorman

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 #1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

(802) 748-3111

 

 

 

 

 

Trooper Kyle Gorman

Vermont State Police

1068 US Route 5, Suite #1

Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

(802)-748-3111

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI #2 and Cruelty to a Child

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4006864

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Riley Fenoff           

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 06/27/2026 at 1507 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Kirby Road East Burke, VT

 

ACCUSED: Jay Harrington                                           

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Campton, NH

VIOLATION: DUI #2 and Cruelty to a Child

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a motor vehicle crash on Kirby Road in the Town of East Burke. Troopers located the suspect vehicle, and the operator was identified as Jay Harrington (41) of Campton, NH. Harrington stated he was driving with his eight-year-old son inside the vehicle when he drove off the road striking a guardrail.  While speaking with Harrington, indicators of impairment were detected. Harrington was arrested for suspicion of DUI and cruelty to a child and was then transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Harrington was issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division on 07/13/2026 at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/13/2026 at 0830 AM           

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

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 Riley Fenoff

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 #1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

(802) 748-3111

 

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Royalton Barracks / Possession of Cocaine & Arrest on Warrant

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2003220

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Daniel Arrato

STATION: Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks                     

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 06/26/2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 N near milemarker 27.8

VIOLATION: Possession of Controlled Substance (Selling/Dispensing) & Arrest on Warrant

 

ACCUSED: Hussein A. Mohamed                                            

AGE: 19

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Springfield, MA

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On June 26, 2026, at approximately 1902 hours, Troopers located a disabled motor vehicle on Interstate 89 near milemarker 27.8, in the town of Randolph, county of Orange, Vermont. Following investigation and a search of the vehicle, Troopers developed probable cause to arrest an occupant, identified as 19-year-old Hussein A. Mohamed of Springfield, MA. Mohamed was placed under arrest for Possession of a Controlled Substance – Cocaine Sale/Dispensing and found to have an active in-state warrant for his arrest, details below. Mohamed was transported to the Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks for processing and later lodged at the below location, to later appear at the below date, time, and location.  

 

ARREST WARRANT DETAILS:

Washington County, VT (Barre City PD)

Failure to Appear ($100,000 Bail)

  • Fentanyl Trafficking (Conspiracy) – Felony               Title 18 V.S.A. 4233a(b)
  • Cocaine Trafficking (Conspiracy) – Felony                Title 18 V.S.A. 4231(b)(1)

 

 

COURT: Orange County Superior Court & Washington County Superior Court, respectively

LODGED - LOCATION: Southern State Correctional Facility

BAIL: $50,000 concurrent

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

*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.

 

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St. Albans Barracks - DUI Drugs #3 + DLS

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

ARREST

 

CASE#: 26A2004123                                            

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Adam Lippa

STATION: St. Albans Barracks                          

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME of Arrest: 06/27/2026 @ 11:49 am

INCIDENT LOCATION: 67 US Rt. 7 

TOWN: Highgate, VT

VIOLATION: DUI Drugs #3 and DLS

 

ACCUSED: Joseph Mailhiot                                              

AGE: 49

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rochester, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police responded to a report of a vehicle which struck the Europa Motel in Highgate, VT. Subsequent investigation revealed that the operator, Joseph Mailhiot was under the influence of drugs at the time he was operating his vehicle. His license had previously been criminally suspended. The Highgate Fire Department responded to assess the building and determined there was not significant structural damage. He was processed for DUI #3 and DLS and lodged.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 6/29/26 @ 1:00 pm        

COURT: Franklin County

LODGED - LOCATION: NWCF 

BAIL: $5,000

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

 

*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.

 

 

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