VSP News Releases
Headquarters | 45 State Drive | Waterbury, VT 05671 | 802-241-5000
Search This Blog
June 26, 2026
Royalton Barracks / Request for Information
B Troop / DLS Criminal Incidents
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE – DLS INCIDENTS
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
For the week of Wednesday, June 17, 2026, through Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the troopers of B Troop cited the following individuals on suspicion of driving with a criminally suspended license:
Jason Lake, 48, of Putney, VT was stopped by Trooper Michael Maldonado on Interstate 91, mile marker 15.4, in the town of Dummerston on June 20, 2026, at 4:12 PM. He is cited to appear at the Superior Court of Windham County on July 21, 2026.
Otto Ostler, 22, of Bennington, VT was stopped by Trooper Benjamin Prandini on US Route 7 in the town of Shaftsbury on June 17, 2026, at 5:36 PM. He is cited to appear at the Superior Court of Bennington County on August 17, 2026.
Scott Dawson, 26, of Rutland City, VT was stopped on June 23, 2026, at 8:18 PM on US Route 4 near Exit 3 in Castleton by Trooper Kolby Baldwin. He is cited to appear at the Superior Court of Rutland County on August 31, 2026.
B Troop consists of the Vermont State Police barracks in New Haven, Royalton, Rutland, Shaftsbury, and Westminster.
Traffic Alert - West Rutland
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Rutland
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
West Rutland has both lanes obstructed in the area of VT Route 4a from Whipple
Hollow Rd to Barnes St due to a crash.
This incident is expected to last for expected to be a long duration incident.
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.
Derby Barracks / DUI w/ Death Resulting
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#:
26A5003498
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Logan Miller
STATION:
Derby
CONTACT#: 802-334-8881
DATE/TIME: 06/26/2026
STREET: Newton Road
TOWN: Lowell
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Cheney Road
WEATHER: Clear
ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry gravel
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Randy Lemieux II
AGE: 27
SEAT BELT? Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lowell, VT
INJURIES: None
VIOLATION: DUI with Death Resulting
PASSENGER: Maddison Hayden
AGE: 22
SEAT BELT? No
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Woodbury, VT
INJURIES: Fatal
VEHICLE YEAR: 2021
VEHICLE MAKE: Polaris
VEHICLE MODEL: RZR Side by Side
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor roof and passenger side
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On 06/25/2026 at approximately 2223 hours Troopers from the
Vermont State Police Derby barracks, as well as the Lowell Fire Department and
Newport Ambulance Service, were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle
crash on Newton Road near Cheney Road in the Town of Lowell, VT. A side by side
was reported to have rolled over and a female occupant was severely injured.
Responders arriving on scene located a 2021 Polaris RZR side
by side overturned on the roadway. The operator, Randy Lemieux (04/07/1999) was
evaluated by Newport Ambulance Service and reported no injuries.
The passenger, Maddison Hayden, age 22 of Woodbury, VT, was
fatally injured in the roll over and was pronounced deceased on scene.
Troopers observed indicators of impairment while interacting
with Lemeiux and he was screened and arrested for suspicion of driving under
the influence. Lemeiux was lodged at the Northern State Correctional Facility
on $10,000 bail and conditions of release imposed by the Court. Lemeiux will
appear in Orleans Criminal Court on 6/26/2026 at 12:30PM to answer to a charge
of DUI with death resulting.
Speed is believed to be a factor in the collision, and the
investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed this crash or have any
information is urged to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-334-8881 or
leave a tip at vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit
LODGED - LOCATION: Northern State Correctional
Facility
BAIL: $10,000
MUG SHOT: Yes
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT: Orleans Criminal Court
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/26/2026 12:30PM
*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
Logan Miller
Vermont
State Police
Troop A –
Derby Barracks
35
Crawford Road
Derby,
Vermont 05829
(802)
334-8881
Derby Barracks / Fatal Crash, DUI
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#:
26A5003498
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Logan Miller
STATION:
Derby
CONTACT#: 802-334-8881
DATE/TIME: 06/26/2026
STREET: Newton Road
TOWN: Lowell
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Cheney Road
WEATHER: Clear
ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry gravel
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Randy Lemieux II
AGE: 27
SEAT BELT? Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lowell, VT
INJURIES: None
VIOLATION: DUI with Death Resulting
PASSENGER: Maddison Hayden
AGE: 22
SEAT BELT? No
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Woodbury, VT
INJURIES: Fatal
VEHICLE YEAR: 2021
VEHICLE MAKE: Polaris
VEHICLE MODEL: RZR Side by Side
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor roof and passenger side
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On 06/25/2026 at approximately 2223 hours Troopers from the
Vermont State Police Derby barracks, as well as the Lowell Fire Department and
Newport Ambulance Service, were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle
crash on Newton Road near Cheney Road in the Town of Lowell, VT. A side by side
was reported to have rolled over and a female occupant was severely injured.
Responders arriving on scene located a 2021 Polaris RZR side
by side overturned on the roadway. The operator, Randy Lemieux (04/07/1999) was
evaluated by Newport Ambulance Service and reported no injuries.
The passenger, Maddison Hayden, age 22 of Woodbury, VT, was
fatally injured in the roll over and was pronounced deceased on scene.
Troopers observed indicators of impairment while interacting
with Lemeiux and he was screened and arrested for suspicion of driving under
the influence. Lemeiux was lodged at the Northern State Correctional Facility
on $10,000 bail and conditions of release imposed by the Court. Lemeiux will
appear in Orleans Criminal Court on 6/26/2026 at 12:30PM to answer to a charge
of DUI with death resulting.
Speed is believed to be a factor in the collision, and the
investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed this crash or have any
information is urged to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-334-8881 or
leave a tip at vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit
LODGED - LOCATION: Northern State Correctional
Facility
BAIL: $10,000
MUG SHOT: Yes
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT: Orleans Criminal Court
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/26/2026 12:30PM
*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.
New Haven Barracks / Domestic Assault
VSP NEWS RELEASE - INCIDENT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE: 26B5002728
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Schrauf
Station: New Haven Barracks
Contact: 802-388-4919
DATE/TIME: 06/25/2026 at 2047 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Bristol Rd, Monkton, VT
VIOLATION: Domestic Assault
ACCUSED: Rachael A. Bonvouloir
AGE: 26
CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Monkton, VT
VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names
of victims of sexual assault or domestic violence.)
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On June 25th, 2026, at approximately 2047 hours,
Troopers from the Vermont State Police – New Haven Barracks were advised of an
altercation on Bristol Rd, in the Town of Monkton, Vermont. Troopers arrived on
scene and investigation determined that Rachael A. Bonvouloir (26) of Monkton,
Vermont caused pain to a family or household member.
Bonvouloir was located at a residence on Bristol Rd, placed
under arrest, and transported to the Vermont State Police – New Haven Barracks.
Bonvouloir was processed and released on a criminal citation to appear in
Addison County Superior Court – Criminal Division on 6/26/2026 at 1230 hours.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/26/2026 at 1230
hours
COURT: Addison County Superior Court - Criminal Division
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
the arraignment time.
Royalton Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#:
26B2003206
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr Ryan Miller
STATION:
Royalton
CONTACT#: 802-234-9933
DATE/TIME: 6-25-26 / 2049
STREET: I-91 NB
TOWN: Hartford
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS:
INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: MM 69
WEATHER: Light Rain
ROAD CONDITIONS: Damp
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Emma Wunsch
AGE: 29
SEAT BELT? N
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Charlestown, NH
VEHICLE YEAR: 2009
VEHICLE MAKE: Ford
VEHICLE MODEL: F-150
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled
INJURIES: Suspected Minor
HOSPITAL: Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
VEHICLE #2
OPERATOR: Edirald Maxhari
AGE: 34
SEAT BELT? Y
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Farmington, CT
VEHICLE YEAR: 2014
VEHICLE MAKE: Mercedes
VEHICLE MODEL: 350
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Minor driver's side damage
INJURIES: Suspected Minor
HOSPITAL: Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On 6-25-26, at approximately 2049, VSP-Royalton responded to
a two-vehicle crash on I-91 NB near mile marker 69 in Hartford. Upon the
arrival of troopers, they located a Ford F-150 totaled in the median and a
Mercedes 350 on the right shoulder. In talking with witnesses and occupants of
the vehicles it was determined the Ford F-150, operated by Emma Wunsch, was
traveling northbound on I-91 when it side swiped the Mercedes 350, operated by
Edirald Mxhari, and lost control. The F-150 went into the median where it
struck a tree. Wunsch was transported to the hospital for treatment of
injuries. A passenger in the Mercedes was transported to the hospital out of
precaution. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but speed and
alcohol appear to have been a factor. The state police were assisted on scene
by Hartford Police Department, Hartford Fire Department and Windsor Fire
Department.
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: N
COURT ACTION: N
COURT:
COURT DATE/TIME:
*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 Miller & K9 Fynn
Vermont
State Police
Royalton
Barracks – Troop B
2011 VT
Route 107
Bethel, VT
05032
802-234-9933
Westminster Barracks / Unlawful Trespass
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B1005550
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Andrew
Kelly-Jacobs
STATION: Westminster
Barracks
CONTACT#: (802) 722-4600
DATE/TIME: 06/25/2026 at 2217 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Governor Hunt Road, Vernon (Windham
County), Vermont
VIOLATION: Unlawful Trespass
ACCUSED: Lee M.
Griffin
AGE: 44
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Vernon, Vermont
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On June 25, 2026, at 2217 hours, the Vermont State Police
received report of a trespassing occurring at the Vernon Hydroelectric Project,
located on Governor Hunt Road, in the Town of Vernon (Windham County), Vermont.
When Troopers arrived on scene, investigation revealed Lee M. Griffin (44) of
Vernon, Vermont, had entered a private property without permission. Griffin was
released with a citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court - Windham
Criminal Division, on August 25, 2026, at 0830 hours, to answer to the charge
of Unlawful Trespass.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: August 25, 2026 at 0830
hours
COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Windham 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
arraignment time.
Trooper Andrew
Kelly-Jacobs
Vermont State Police
Westminster Barracks
1330 Westminster Heights Road
Putney, Vermont 05346
Tel: (802) 722-4600
Andrew.Kelly-Jacobs@vermont.gov
Westminster Barracks / Arrest on Warrant, Assault of Protected Professional
June 25, 2026
Traffic Alert - I89 SB mm54 / x8 Montpelier/Middlesex
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I89 SB mm54 / x8 Montpelier/Middlesex has both lanes obstructed in the area of
Jackknifed TT unit ONLY PASSENGER VEHICLES CAN GET THROUGH THE GAP, LARGER
VEHICLES SHOUDLD GET OFF AT EXIT 9 AND BYPASS THE SCENE due to a crash.
This incident is expected to last for 2-4 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.
St. Albans Barracks / Multiple Charges
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A2004076
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Bodey Towle
STATION: St. Albans
Barracks
CONTACT#: 802-524-5993
DATE/TIME: 06/25/2026 / 19:55 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 104A, Georgia, VT
VIOLATIONS: DUI #3 Refusal, DLS
ACCUSED: Michael
Gilchrist
AGE: 56
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Milton, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On the above date and time, Troopers with the Vermont State
Police St. Albans Barracks were on routine patrol in the town of Georgia, VT.
Troopers conducted a traffic stop based on multiple motor vehicle violations.
Troopers identified the operator as Michael Gilchrist (56). While speaking with
Gilchrist, indicators of impairment were detected. Gilchrist was arrested
without incident and transported to the St. Albans Barracks for processing. He
was later issued a flash citation to appear in Franklin County Superior Court
for the charges above.
COURT ACTION: YES
COURT DATE/TIME: 5/26/2026 @ 1300
hours
COURT: Franklin County Superior Court
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.
Trooper Bodey Towle
Vermont State Police
St. Albans Barracks
140 Fisher Pond Rd.
St. Albans, VT 05478
802 524 5993
Traffic Alert - I 89 Southbound, Montpelier, jackknifed tractor trailer single vehicle crash, no known injuries, most of both lanes blocked, with some space to slowly pass in breakdown lane, police are on scene
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 Southbound, Montpelier, jackknifed tractor trailer single vehicle crash,
no known injuries, most of both lanes blocked, with some space to slowly pass
in breakdown lane, police are on scene has one lane obstructed in the area of
Exit 8 southbound MM 54 due to a crash.
This incident is expected to last for 2-4 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.
St. Johnsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges
VSP NEWS RELEASE-INCIDENT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE: 26A4006801
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper LeBlanc
Station: St. Johnsbury Barracks
Contact: 802-748-3111
DATE/TIME: 06/25/2026 at approximately 1513 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Bradford, Vermont
VIOLATION: 2nd Degree Aggravated Domestic
Assault, Interference with Access to Emergency Services, and Unlawful Mischief
ACCUSED: Karri Simpson
AGE: 39
CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, Vermont
VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names
of victims of sexual assault or domestic violence.)
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On June 25th, 2026, at approximately 1513 hours,
Troopers from the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks were advised of
an incident on Lower Plain Road in the town of Bradford, Vermont. The
investigation determined that Karri Simpson (39) committed the above offenses.
Simpson was later located by Bradford Police Department and taken into custody.
Simpson was processed, issued a citation to appear in Orange County Superior
Court, and ultimately lodged at NECC on lack of $1000 bail.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/26/2026 at 1230
hours
COURT: Orange County Superior Court - Criminal Division
MUG SHOT: Included
BAIL: $1000
*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.
Update No. 1: VSP provides update on assault investigation in Brandon
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
Vermont State Police provides update
on assault investigation in Brandon
BRANDON, Vermont (Thursday, June 25, 2026) — The search for
Tamara Stone, 51, of Brandon as a person of interest in an assault Thursday
morning on Triangle Court is continuing.
The Vermont State Police can confirm that the underlying
incident involved an attack on two of Stone’s adult relatives, both of whom
were stabbed and suffered serious injuries. One victim was taken by helicopter
to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, and the other
was brought by ambulance to Rutland Regional Medical Center. Their conditions
are unknown at this time. VSP will withhold their names and other details
because they are the victims of domestic violence.
Investigative efforts and the search for Stone have continued
throughout the day and involve members of the state police’s Major Crime Unit,
Bureau of Criminal Investigations, Field Force Division, Crime Scene Search
Team, Tactical Services Unit, K-9 Unit, Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program, and
the Victim Services Unit.
Other law-enforcement agencies have provided assistance
including the Brandon, Pittsford and Rutland Town police departments, and the
Warden Service Division of the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department.
VSP continues to ask anyone who sees a person fitting Stone’s
description to call 911 immediately and not approach her. People also can
submit anonymous tips on the state police website at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.
Further information will be provided when possible as the
investigation progresses.
***Initial news release, 10:20 a.m. Thursday, June
25, 2026***
The Vermont State Police is seeking an individual in
connection with an assault Thursday morning, June 25, 2026, in Brandon. There
is a heavy police presence in town, and members of the public should be alert
for anything suspicious.
The incident occurred at about 8:25 a.m. at a residence on
Triangle Court. A person of interest fled the scene on foot. She is identified
as Tamara Stone, 51, of Brandon. She is 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighs about 130
pounds, and has blue eyes and blonde/brown hair. She was reported to have been
wearing a blue shirt and black pants when she was last seen. A photograph of
Stone is attached to this release.
Anyone who sees a person fitting Stone’s description should
not approach her and instead call 911 or the Vermont State Police barracks in
Rutland at 802-773-9101. Anonymous tips may be submitted online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.
No additional details are available at this stage of the
investigation. VSP will provide updates as the case unfolds.
Berlin Barracks/ Disorderly Conduct
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A3005044
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Mae Murdock
STATION: Berlin Barracks
CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191
DATE/TIME: June 25, 2026, at approximately 1300 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Lightening Ridge Rd / Tucker Rd, Calais
VIOLATION: Disorderly Conduct
ACCUSED: Douglas Lilley
AGE: 82
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Calais, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On the above date and time, Troopers with the Berlin Barracks received a report of a citizen dispute on Lightening Ridge Rd in the area of Tucker Rd in Calais. Subsequent investigation showed Douglas Lilley (82) of Calais, VT, purposefully utilized his vehicle to obstruct the flow of traffic and impede Town of Calais workers.
Lilley was issued a citation to appear in the Washington County Criminal Division on August 06, 2026, at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of Disorderly Conduct.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: August 06, 2026, at 0830 hours
COURT: Washington County Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: N/A
New Haven Barracks / 1st Degree Agg. Domestic, Interference with Access to Emergency Services, False Reports to Law Enforcement Authorities
Traffic Alert - Interstate 89 S
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Interstate 89 S has one lane obstructed in the area of mm 51.4 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.
St. Albans Barracks / Request for Information
Trooper Robert J. Van Woert and K9 Astro
Vermont State Police – St. Albans Barracks
140 Fisher Pond Rd
St. Albans, VT, 05478
Phone: 802-524-5993
Email: Robert.VanWoert@Vermont.gov
Shaftsbury Barracks / Request for Information
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B3003464
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Arel
STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks
CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421
DATE/TIME: June 25, 2026, at approximately 0400 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Billmont's Country Store, Stamford, VT
VIOLATION: Burglary
ACCUSED: Under Investigation
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On June 25, 2026, the Vermont State Police received a report of a burglary at Billmont's Country Store in the Town of Stamford, VT. Investigation revealed that on June 25, 2026, at approximately 0400 hours someone forced entry into the store. The individual was observed wearing a dark blue sweatshirt, black pants, yellow gloves, and blue Nike Air Max Excee sneakers.
If anyone has information the incident, please contact the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury at (802) 442-5421 and ask to speak with Trooper Arel. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.
--
Trooper Michael Arel
Vermont State Police
“B” Troop – Shaftsbury
96 Airport Road
Shaftsbury, VT 05262
(802) 442-5421
RE: St. Albans Barracks / Request for Information
The green pickup truck previously mentioned in this news release is no longer a vehicle of interest in this case. This incident remains under investigation.
From: Bellinghiri, Cody
Sent: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 12:10 PM
To: DPS - VSP Media <DPS.VSPMedia@list.vermont.gov>
Subject: RE: St. Albans Barracks / Request for Information
The Vermont State Police have received information that the vehicle in the photograph attached was potentially involved in this incident. If anybody has information regarding this vehicle, please contact the St. Albans Barracks at 802 524 5993.
From: Bellinghiri, Cody
Sent: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:28 PM
To: DPS - VSP Media <DPS.VSPMedia@list.vermont.gov>
Subject: St. Albans Barracks / Request for Information
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A2003856
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Cody Bellinghiri
STATION: St. Albans
CONTACT#: 802-524-5993
DATE/TIME: 06/16/2026 at 0527 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Cook Road in the town of Swanton
VIOLATION: Leaving the Scene of an Accident
ACCUSED: Unknown
AGE: NA
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: NA
VICTIM: Braeden Aldridge
AGE: 36
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Alburgh, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On the above date and time the Vermont State Police received a report of a male who appeared to be struck by a vehicle on Cook Road in the town of Swanton. Troopers identified the male as Braeden Aldridge (36) of Alburgh, VT. Aldridge was transported to the Northwestern Medical Center by the Missisquoi Valley Resue Squad for serious non-life threatening injuries. At this time, a vehicle of interest has not been identified and the State Police are asking that anyone with information to call the St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993.
Trooper Cody Bellinghiri
Vermont State Police – St. Albans
140 Fisher Pond Road
St. Albans, VT 05468
(802) 524-5993