Derby Barracks/Multiple Offenses

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

  

CASE#: 26A5004619

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. A. Drew                        

STATION: Derby                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 08/12/2026 @ 1440 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Community Bank Parking Lot; Route 101, Troy, VT

VIOLATION(S):

1. DUI
2. Criminal DLS
3. Instate Warrants x4

ACCUSED: Trevor Barry

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lowell, VT

 

Victim: Kayla Wright

VEHICLE: 2025 Chevrolet Equinox

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newport, VT

 

Victim: Michealla Flint

VEHICLE: 2020 Ford F-150

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barton, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 8/12/2026, at approximately 1440 hours, Troopers from the Derby Barracks received a 911 call regarding a possibly intoxicated driver crashing into parked vehicles in the parking lot of Community National Bank in Troy, VT.

Upon arrival, two males were standing outside the vehicle. As Troopers approached the vehicle, a male wearing dark pants and no shirt immediately attempted to flee the scene on foot. Troopers were able to detain him. He was later identified as Trevor Barry, 42 of Lowell, VT and the operator of the vehicle. The passenger was identified as Donald Champigny, of Troy, VT. Barry was operating a white 2015 Kia Sorento and collided with two vehicles in the parking lot, a blue 2025 Chevrolet Equinox and a back 2020 Ford F-150 causing minor damage to both.

While speaking with Barry, indicators of impairment were observed. Barry was subsequently arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Derby Barracks for processing. Barry was issued a citation to appear in Orleans County Superior Court on 9/1/2026 for the DUI charge. Barry was held at Northern State Correctional Facility on his 4 in state arrest warrants. Barry was issued two tickets for operating without liability insurance, a violation of Title 23 VSA 800(a) & persons required to register, a violation of Title 23 VSA 301.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 9/1/2026 at 0800 hours          

COURT: Orleans’ Superior Court

LODGED – Yes – on warrants

BAIL: $500.00

MUG SHOT: Yes

 

Sergeant Abigail Drew

Patrol Commander

Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Road

Derby, VT 05829

802-334-8881

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Tractor-trailer crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A4008470                                            

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Goodwin

STATION: St. Johnsbury                        

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 8/13/26 at approximately 0334 hours

STREET: I-91 Northbound

TOWN: Ryegate

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: North of exit 17

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: MM111.4

WEATHER:       Rain

ROAD CONDITIONS: Wet

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Christopher Doyle

AGE: 34    

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Groton, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2024

VEHICLE MAKE: PETERBILT

VEHICLE MODEL: 389

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Extensive damage to entire truck

INJURIES: N/A

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On August 13, 2026, at approximately 3:34 a.m., the Vermont State Police and Vermont Highway Patrol were notified of a crash involving a tractor-trailer on Interstate 91 northbound near mile marker 111.4 in the town of Ryegate. Members of the Ryegate Fire Department, Vermont Highway Patrol, and Vermont State Police responded to the scene.

 

Upon arrival, troopers located the tractor-trailer on its side over an embankment.

 

The crash remains under investigation. Efforts to remove the tractor-trailer are currently underway, and one lane of travel remains closed at this time. Motorists traveling through the area should expect delays and use caution.

 

Royalton Barracks / DUI Drug

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2004454

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ivan Michels                              

STATION: Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: August 13, 2026, at approximately 0047 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 S near milemarker 24

VIOLATION: Driving Under the Influence - Drug

 

ACCUSED: Michael T. Hall                                                

AGE: 29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Richmond, VA

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date, time, and location, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks conducted a traffic stop for observed violations. While interacting with the operator, identified as Michael T. Hall, age 29 of Richmond, VA, Troopers observed indicators of impairment. Hall was screened for driving under the influence (DUI) and subsequently placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI, and later released with a criminal citation to appear in court at the below date/time/location.

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/14/2026 at 0830 hours

COURT: ORANGE

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

MUG SHOT: Included

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.

 

 

 

Trooper Ivan Michels

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks – Troop B

2011 VT Route 107

Bethel, VT 05032

802-234-9933

 

Westminster Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1007186

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Andrew Kelly-Jacobs                          

STATION: Westminster Barracks                      

CONTACT#: (802) 722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 08/13/2026 at 0032 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Rockingham (Windham County), Vermont

VIOLATION: 2nd Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault, Violation of Conditions of Release, and Resisting Arrest

 

ACCUSED: Joshua Thibeault                                              

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rockingham (Windham County), Vermont

 

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, the Vermont State Police responded to a report of a noise disturbance in the Town of Rockingham (Windham County), Vermont. Through investigation it was revealed the accused, Joshua Thibeault (42), committed the aforementioned crimes. When he was taken into custody, Thibeault resisted arrest. Thibeault was subsequently transported to the Westminster Barracks for processing. Thibeault was issued conditions of release and a citation to appear in before the Vermont Superior Court - Windham Criminal Division on August 13, 2026 at 1230 hours to answer to the above charges. Thibeault was held at Southern State Correctional Facility for lack of $5000.00 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: August 13, 2026 at 1230         

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Windham Criminal Division 

LODGED - LOCATION: Southern State Correctional Facility    

BAIL: $5000.00

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

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

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Request for Information

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4008432

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kyle Gorman                      

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 748 3111

 

DATE/TIME: 08/11/26 @ 1720 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Memorial Drive,  St. Johnsbury

VIOLATION: Operation without Owner's Consent

 

ACCUSED: Pending identification                                               

AGE:

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On August 11, 2026, at approximately 1720 hours, Troopers with the St. Johnsbury Barracks received a report of a stolen vehicle at a Twin State Ford Dealership on Memorial Drive, in the town of St. Johnsbury. Upon contacting the dealership to inquire regarding the status of their vehicle, the dealership stated the 2017 Black Ford Focus was no longer present in the lot. Upon investigation, video footage showed a male in a maroon hoodie and dark pants entering the vehicle before driving out of the lot at the address in question. It was determined the vehicle was stolen at approximately 0011 hours, the morning of August 11^th.

 

Vermont State Police is requesting the public's assistance in identifying these individuals. The public is encouraged to review any security footage that shows this area for the individual and/or the black focus. Anyone with information is asked to contact the St. Johnsbury Barracks at (802) 748-3111. Anonymous tips may be provided online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

 

Trooper Kyle Gorman

Vermont State Police

1068 US Route 5, Suite #1

Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

(802)-748-3111

 

Berlin Barracks / Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 26A3006805

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ryan Normile

STATION: Berlin

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 08/12/26 at approximately 1421 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I89 MM 42, Williamstown, VT

VIOLATION(S): Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Azalais Capitaine

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Easthampton, MA

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Vermont State Police were conducting speed enforcement on I89 N near mile marker 42 in the Town of Williamstown. Troopers observed a vehicle traveling at 95 MPH in a posted 65 MPH zone. The vehicle continued at speeds of over 90 MPH as it passed other motorists traveling northbound. As Troopers attempted to stop the vehicle, it was confirmed via RADAR the vehicle was traveling at 97 MPH. The vehicle was stopped without incident, and the operator was identified as Azalais Capitaine (20) of Easthampton, MA. Capitaine was issued a criminal citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court – Criminal Division on 09/16/2026, at 8:30 am to answer to the above charge. Capitaine was also issued civil ticket which upon conviction carries a penalty of $489 and two points.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME:  09/16/2026 at 0830 hours         

COURT: Orange 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 arraignment time. 

 

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4008433

TROOPER NAME: Tpr. Skiff                             

STATION: St. Johnsbury                    

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 08/11/26 @ 1728 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Railroad St. / Eastern Ave. St. Johnsbury

VIOLATION: Arrest on Warrant

 

Failure to Appear:

-Simple Assault (2X)

-Disorderly Conduct

-Assault on a Protected Professional

 

ACCUSED: Remington Smith                                            

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Transient, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers of VSP St. Johnsbury were on routine patrol in St. Johnsbury, when they made contact with Remington Smith on Railroad Street. It was found that Smith had an outstanding in-state warrant due to failing to appear for the above listed offenses. Smith was placed under arrest and subsequently lodged at Northeast regional Correctional Complex in lieu of $200 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE: 08/12/26            

COURT: Windham

LODGED - LOCATION: NERCC 

BAIL: $200

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.

 

 

 

Berlin Barracks/ Multiple Offenders

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3006778

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper David Lambert                             

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 8/11/2026 at 1223 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 64, Northfield, VT

 

ACCUSED:  Taliesin Goldstien-Purdue                                            

AGE: 28

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Worcester, VT

VIOLATION: DUI Drug

 

ACCUSED:  Paul Giacherio                                          

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Concord, NH

VIOLATION: Possession of Cocaine- Felony

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police received a report of an ongoing fight between two people on Route 64 in Northfield, VT. Troopers responded and located the vehicle and individuals involved. Troopers observed signs of impairment while interacting with the operator of the vehicle, Taliesin Goldstein-Purdue. He was subsequently arrested for suspicion of DUI.

 

Troopers also observed drug paraphernalia in the vehicle and subsequently conducted a consent search of the car. Troopers located suspected cocaine which was in the possession of the passenger of the car, Paul Giacherio. After arresting Giacherio, Troopers located more cocaine on the ground beside the car where Giacherio had been sitting.

 

Goldstien-Purdue was processed and released with a citation to appear in the Washington County Superior Court, Criminal Division on 09/24/2026 at 0830 hours. Giacherio was issued a citation for the same date and time and was transferred into the custody of Probation and Parol.  

 

There is no additional information at this time.

 

 

COURT ACTION FOR GOLDSTEIN-PURDUE: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 9/24/2026 at 0830 hours           

COURT: Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A    

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

 

COURT ACTION FOR GIACHERIO: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 9/24/2026 at 0830 hours           

COURT: Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Transferred to Probation and Parol custody

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

 

 

 

 

 

*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 David Lambert

Vermont State Police

Berlin Barracks

(802)229-9191

 

Bureau of Criminal Investigations - Troop A West / Death Investigation UPDATE

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1005992

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Det Trooper Robert Lemnah                           

STATION: Williston Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: 8/9/26 at 1740 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: (street, exit, or mile marker and town)

INCIDENT TYPE: Death Investigation

 

VICTIM: Timothy Coleman                                           

AGE: 72

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ferrisburgh, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

The Vermont State Police is investigating the death of a man who was discovered in a vehicle at the Charlotte Town Beach. Troopers were notified at about 5:40PM on Sunday, August 9th, 2026, that an adult male was found unresponsive in a dark grey Subaru Forester. Charlotte Fire and Rescue also responded to the scene and ultimately pronounced the male deceased. The male would be identified as Timothy Coleman (72) of Ferrisburgh, Vermont. The death was determined to be of natural causes and does not appear to be suspicious.

 

  

No additional information is available from the Vermont State Police.

 

 

 

 

 

Det. Trooper Robert Lemnah

Vermont State Police 

Bureau of Criminal Investigations - Berlin 

578 Paine Turnpike North

Berlin, VT 05602

802-229-9191

St. Johnsbury Barracks / VCOR (X2) and VAPO

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4008416

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Andrew Barton                   

STATION: St. Johnsbury                     

CONTACT#: (802)-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 08/11/2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: 70 Third St. St. Johnsbury, VT

VIOLATION: VCOR x2 and VAPO

 

ACCUSED: Robbie Garand                                              

AGE: 67

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St. Johnsbury, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a call for service in regard to a violation of protection orders. The investigation revealed that Robbie Garand (67) had violated his conditions of release as well as a violation of an RFA. Garand was arrested for VCOR and VAPO and transported to the VSP Barracks in St. Johnsbury for processing. Garand was later issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court – Criminal Division and released.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/12/2026 at 1230 hours           

COURT: Caledonia

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.

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A4008374                                           

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Andrew Barton

STATION: St. Johnsbury                                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 08/09/2026 at 1733 hours

STREET: 278 Wesley Road

TOWN: Concord, VT

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: US RT 2

WEATHER:       Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VIOLATION: DUI #1, Cruelty to a child, Negligent operation

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Charity Racine

AGE: 39

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Concord, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Mitsubishi

VEHICLE MODEL: Eclipse crossover

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Heavy front end damage

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On the above date and time Troopers responded to a single vehicle motor vehicle crash in the vicinity of 278 Wesley Road in Concord, VT. Investigation revealed that Racine was the operator. Racine failed to stay on the roadway, causing her vehicle to come to uncontrolled rest down an embankment and against a tree. The investigation further revealed that Racine was transporting a juvenile while under the influence at the time of the crash. Racine was arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the VSP Barracks in St. Johnsbury for processing. Racine was later issued a citation to appear in Essex County Superior Court – Criminal Division and released.

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: NA    

BAIL: NA

MUG SHOT: Y

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT: Essex

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/18/2026 at 0830 hours      

News Release Rutland Barracks / Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B4006151                                           

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Craig Roland

STATION: Rutland      

CONTACT#: 802-773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: 08/10/2026 – 20:39

STREET: National Forest Highway 10

TOWN: MT. Tabor

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Ten Kilns Brook

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry dirt road

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Juvenile

AGE: 17

SEAT BELT? Yes

INJURIES: Serious, non-life-threatening

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Manchester, Vermont

Passenger: Juvenile

AGE: 16

SEAT BELT? Yes

INJURIES: Minor, non-life-threatening

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Manchester, Vermont

 

Passenger: Asher Cooperman

AGE: 17

SEAT BELT? Yes

INJURIES: Fatal

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Manchester, Vermont

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2014

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Forester

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Extensive totaling damage to driver’s side

HOSPITAL: Rutland Regional Medical Center

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On August 10, 2026, at approximately 2039 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police, Rutland Barracks, responded to the report of a single vehicle crash on National Forest Highway 10 in the Town of Mt. Tabor.  Troopers located vehicle #1 at rest in the middle of the roadway with extensive contact damage to the driver’s side of the vehicle. Initial investigation indicated that vehicle #1 was traveling on the dirt roadway at a high rate of speed when it lost traction and drove off the roadway, impacting a tree. The operator was transported to Rutland Regional Medical Facility for treatment. The front passenger seat occupant had left the scene prior to police arrival to report the crash to 911 and was contacted away from the crash location. The driver’s side rear occupant, Cooperman, sustained fatal injuries during the crash.  

This investigation is currently ongoing.

 

 

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint : Pending

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

COURT ACTION: Pending

COURT: Pending

COURT DATE/TIME: 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.

 

 

 

Rutland / DUI Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B4006146

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Christopher Highbarger                       

STATION: Rutland Barracks             

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: August 10, 2026, at 1754 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Business 4, Rutland Town, Vermont

VIOLATION: Driving Under the Influence

 

ACCUSED: Christopher Haskins                                        

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland City, Vermont

  

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On August 10, 2026, at 1754 hours, Troopers from the Rutland State Police Barracks responded to the report of single motorcycle crash at the intersection of Business 4 and Route 3. The operator, Christopher Haskins (33), was transported to the Rutland Regional Medical Center. After speaking with Haskins, Troopers detected signs of impairment. Haskins was processed and cited to appear at Vermont Superior Court – Rutland Criminal Division on August 31, 2026, at 1000 hours to answer to the charge of driving under the influence of alcohol. 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: August 31, 2026, at 1000 hours    

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Rutland Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Yes

Shaftsbury Barracks / Domestic Assault

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3004384

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Chad Johnson                            

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 08/10/2026 at 2211 hours.

INCIDENT LOCATION: No Name Road Arlington, VT

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Crystal Persons                                             

AGE: 46

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Arlington, VT

 

VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

AGE: 58

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Arlington, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Vermont State Police responded to a reported assault at the Howell's Campground in the Town of Arlington. Investigation revealed that Crystal Persons had assaulted a family or household member causing pain and injury.

 

Persons was subsequently arrested and transported to the Shaftsbury State Police Barracks for processing. At the conclusion of processing, Persons was released with a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court Bennington Criminal Division on 08/11/2026 at 1230 hours.  

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/11/2026 at 1230 hours.           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court Bennington 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.

 

Sergeant Colin Shepley

Vermont State Police Shaftsbury

96 Airport Road Shaftsbury, VT 05262

802-442-5421

 

Derby Barracks/ DUI Refusal

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

  

CASE#: 26A5004552

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. A. Drew                        

STATION: Derby                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 08/9/2026 @ 1830 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Railroad St, North Troy, VT

VIOLATION(S): DUI Refusal

 

ACCUSED: Elizabeth Carton

AGE: 31

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: North Troy, VT

 

VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of

sexual assault or domestic violence.

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 8/9/2026, at approximately 1830 hours, Troopers from the Derby Barracks received multiple calls of a truck towing a horse trailer operating erratically; crossing both the white and yellow center line. The initial caller reported the vehicle was traveling north on Vermont Route 14 in the town of Coventry. A subsequent call advised the vehicle was now traveling west on Vermont Route 105 in Newport Center.

Troopers located the white Dodge Ram towing a white horse trailer turning onto Railroad St in North Troy. A motor vehicle stop was conducted, and the operator was identified as Elizabeth Carton, 31 of North Troy. While speaking with Carton indicators of impairment were detected. Carton was subsequently arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Derby Barracks for processing. Carton was later released on a citation to appear in Orleans Superior Court for the above charge.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 8/25/2026 at 1230 hours          

COURT: Orleans Superior Court

LODGED – No

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

 

Sergeant Abigail Drew

Patrol Commander

Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Road

Derby, VT 05829

802-334-8881

Re: Traffic alert – Bushey Rd Swanton

The tree down on Bushey Rd has been removed and the roadway is back open, but there are several other instances of trees down in the Western Franklin County area. Please continue to exercise caution if you are driving in the current storm affecting the area.

Thank you.

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State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

St Albans Barracks 

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

 

Bushey Rd near house 171 is blocked completely due to a large tree across the roadway. 

 

This incident is expected to last for until further notice due to SEVERAL trees down with wires across the Swanton / Western Franklin County area. Specific details are not yet available and updates will be provided as appropriate.  

 

Motorists should expect delays in the area, or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully in this weather.

Jared Phillips

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Vermont State Police Williston PSAP

3294 St. George Rd Williston, VT 05495

Phone: 802-878-7111

PSAP Fax: 802-878-3173

Traffic alert – Bushey Rd Swanton

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

St Albans Barracks 

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

 

Bushey Rd near house 171 is blocked completely due to a large tree across the roadway. 

 

This incident is expected to last for until further notice due to SEVERAL trees down with wires across the Swanton / Western Franklin County area. Specific details are not yet available and updates will be provided as appropriate.  

 

Motorists should expect delays in the area, or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully in this weather.

Jared Phillips

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Vermont State Police Williston PSAP

3294 St. George Rd Williston, VT 05495

Phone: 802-878-7111

PSAP Fax: 802-878-3173