State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
St. Albans
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 N, Georgia has one lane obstructed in the area of MM110 / Rest Area due to a fire incident.
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.
May 15, 2026
Traffic Alert - I 89 N, Georgia
TROOP A DLS INCIDENTS
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE – DLS INCIDENTS
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
For the week of
Trooper Luke Rodzel
Case - 26A4004886
Offender - Lisa Coburn, 59 of W. Fairlee, VT.
Location - VT Route 113 / Interstate 91 interchange in Fairlee on 05/08/2026 at 10:32.
Vehicle - 2006 Buick LaCrosse
Court date - Orange County July 8, 2026, at 0830 hours.
Trooper Jesse Nash
Case # 26A5002484
Offender: Leonard Oak, 77, of Derby Line, VT.
Location: On Main Street, Derby on 05/10/2026 at approximately 10:39.
Court Date – Orleans County June 23,2026, at 0830 hours.
A Troop consists of the Vermont State Police barracks in Berlin, Derby, St. Albans, St. Johnsbury, Williston.
Derby Barracks - Violation of Abuse Prevention Order
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A5002560
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Aaron Leonard
STATION: Derby
CONTACT#: 802-334-8881
DATE/TIME: 05/14/2026 1859 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Wild Branch Road Craftsbury
VIOLATION: Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order
ACCUSED: Robert Witham Jr
AGE: 45
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Craftsbury, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 05/14/2026 at approximately 1859 hours the Vermont State Police Derby barracks was executing a search warrant for an unrelated case at a residence on Wild Branch Road in the Town of Craftsbury, VT. While conducting the search, Troopers located a firearm in the residence which was occupied by Robert Witham, who was found to have an active abuse prevention order which prevented him from possessing firearms. Witham was arrested and transported to the Derby barracks without incident and released with a citation to appear in Orleans Superior Court on 05/15/2026 at 12:30PM to answer to the above charge.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 5/15/2026 12:30PM
COURT: Orleans Superior Court
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.
Aaron Leonard, Trooper
Vermont State Police – Derby
35 Crawford Road,
Derby, VT 05829
802-334-8881
May 14, 2026
Westminster Barracks / DUI Refusal
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B1004115
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kieran McManus
STATION: Westminster Barracks
CONTACT#: 802-722-4600
DATE/TIME: 05/13/2026 approximately 2228 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Wiswall Hill Rd, Newfane, VT
VIOLATION: DUI Refusal
ACCUSED: Angela Litchfield
AGE: 50
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newfane, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 05/13/2026 at approximately 2228 hours, Troopers from the Westminster Barracks were dispatched to the area of Wiswall Hill Road in Newfane (Windham County), Vermont for a one vehicle crash. Upon arriving on scene Troopers identified Angela Litchfield (50) as the operator. Further investigation determined Litchfield was under the influence of intoxicants at the time of operation. She was taken into custody and processed at the Westminster Barracks. She was later released with a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court – Windham Criminal Division on 06/02/2026 to answer to the above charge.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/02/26 at 0830 hours
COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Windham Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: Yes
Trooper Kieran McManus
Vermont State Police
Troop B - Westminster
1330 Westminster Heights Road
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 722-4600
Royalton Barracks / DUI
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B2002321
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Elisabeth Plympton
STATION: VSP Royalton
CONTACT#: 802-234-9933
DATE/TIME: 05/14/2026 @ approximately 2028 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: I89 northbound mile marker 28.4, Randolph VT
VIOLATION: DUI
ACCUSED: Joseph Rich
AGE: 35
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Randolph, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, the Vermont State Police - Royalton Barracks received a report of a vehicle in the median on Interstate 89 northbound near mile marker 28.4, Randolph VT. Troopers responded and identified the operator as Joseph Rich (35). Throughout the interaction, Rich was displaying signs of impairment. At the conclusion of the investigation, Rich was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI. Rich was transported to the Royalton State Police Barracks for processing. At the conclusion of processing, Rich was issued a citation and released.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/03/2026 @ 0830 hours
COURT: Orange County Criminal Court
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 Elisabeth Plympton
Vermont State Police
Royalton Barracks
2011 VT RT 107
Bethel, VT 05032
Tel: 802-234-9933
Derby Barracks / Request for Information
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A2002867
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kimberly Elmore
STATION: Vermont State Police Derby
CONTACT#: 802-334-8881
DATE/TIME: 5/7/26 @ approximately 0951hrs
INCIDENT LOCATION: Harlem St, Richford, VT
ACCUSED: Unknown
VICTIM: Seth Ryea
AGE: 19
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Richford, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police received a report of the theft of an automobile on Harlem St in the Town of Richford, VT. Investigation revealed that sometime on 5/6/26 after the hours of 2200hrs a Maroon GMC Sierra 1500 went missing from a driveway on Harlem St. The Truck has a bed toolbox in the back, a back rack, and a matte black push bar.
Anyone who has information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Trooper Kimberly Elmore at the Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881. Anonymous tips may be provided online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.
COURT ACTION: Y N
COURT DATE/TIME:
COURT:
LODGED - LOCATION:
BAIL:
MUG SHOT: INCLUDE IMAGE or INDICATE NOT AVAILABLE
*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 / Voyeurism and Stalking
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 25A3004523
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alexis Marciniak
STATION: Berlin Barracks
CONTACT#: 802-229-9191
DATE/TIME: 07/05/2025 at approximately 4:44 PM
INCIDENT LOCATION: Dogwood Road, Fayston, Vermont
VIOLATION: Voyeurism and Stalking
ACCUSED: Dakota Griswold
AGE: 29
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Transient, Waterbury, Vermont
VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of
sexual assault or domestic violence.)
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 07/05/2025, at approximately 4:44 PM, the Vermont State Police received a report that an unknown cell phone was found hidden inside a bedroom at a residence and was actively recording. Troopers from the Berlin Barracks investigated and obtained a search warrant allowing the Technology Investigation Unit (TIU) to search the cell phone. TIU searched the cell phone and determined that the cell phone belonged to 29-year-old Dakota Griswold. On 05/14/2026, Griswold was located and issued a criminal citation for Voyeurism and Stalking. Griswold is scheduled to appear in the Vermont Superior Court, Washington County, Criminal Division on 07/09/2026, at 8:30 AM to answer the above charges.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 07/09/2026 at 8:30 AM
COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Washington County, Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N
BAIL: N
MUG SHOT: N
*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 / Negligent Operation
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE #: 26A3003847
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alyssa Nozka
STATION: Berlin
CONTACT #: (802) 229-9191
DATE/TIME: May 14, 2026 at approximately 1518 hours
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR/ACCUSED: Leanna Montgomery
AGE: 44
SEAT BELT? N
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Granville, VT
VIOLATION: Driving Under the Influence & Negligent Operation
VEHICLE YEAR: 2011
VEHICLE MAKE: Volkswagen
VEHICLE MODEL: Tiguan
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled
INJURIES: Minor
HOSPITAL: Central Vermont Medical Center
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On May 14, 2026, at approximately 1518 hours, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to a reported single vehicle crash located on Brook Rd in the Town of Warren.
Upon arrival, Troopers observed a Volkswagen Tiguan, operated by Leanna Montgomery, 44 of Granville, VT, overturned and on its roof down an embankment off Brook Rd. The investigation determined the vehicle was traveling west on Brook Rd when it left the traveled portion of the roadway and went down an embankment.
While speaking with Montgomery, Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Montgomery was transported to Central Vermont Medical Center to be medically evaluated. Montgomery was later processed for DUI and issued a citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on June 18, 2026, at 08:30 hours.
Troopers were assisted on scene by the Warren Fire Department and the Mad River Valley Ambulance.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/18/26, 0830 hours
COURT: Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: NOT 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.
Vermont State Police makes arrests for trespassing in Williston
STATE OF
VERMONT
DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT
STATE POLICE
Vermont State Police makes arrests for trespassing in
Williston
WILLISTON,
Vermont (Thursday, May 14, 2026) — The Vermont State Police arrested four
people on charges of criminal trespass and resisting arrest Thursday morning,
May 14, 2026, after they declined to leave a private office building in
Williston.
The
individuals arrested are:
- Aiden Balentine, 39, of Montpelier.
- Casey Seem, 20, of Oakham, Massachusetts.
- Peter Booth, 58, of Jericho.
- Henry Prensky, 79, of Burlington.
The
individuals were among a group of people who entered the building to protest
federal agencies — including Immigration and Customs Enforcement — that occupy
space there alongside private businesses and a medical office. The building
owner said the individuals were trespassing, refused to leave when asked, and
requested that police remove them from the property.
State
police, working in conjunction with the Williston Police Department, responded
and spoke with protest leaders. That discussion led to several people leaving
the inside of the building while others indicated they’d need to be arrested.
The four individuals identified above refused to comply with arrest procedures
and required physical police intervention and separation tactics. Additionally,
each refused compliance with fingerprinting and photographing procedures.
The four
individuals were cited to appear at 8:30 a.m. June 30 in the Criminal Division
of Vermont Superior Court in Burlington to answer to the above charges.
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RE: I 189 Westbound from Dorset St to Route 7
I 189 westbound is now open. Please be patient and drive with caution as the roadway opens up and traffic starts to move.
Pam Knox
PSAP ECD Supervisor, CIDT,MAT
VSP Williston PSAP
3294 St. George Rd
Williston, VT 05495
802-878-7111 / PSAP Fax 802-878-3173
From: Knox, Pamela via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2026 8:46 AM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: I 189 Westbound from Dorset St to Route 7
EXTERNAL SENDER: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize and trust the sender.
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston Barracks
News Release Highway / Traffic Notification
I 189 Westbound from Dorset St to Route 7 is currently at a complete stop due to a traffic accident.
There is no current estimate on how long the road will be closed but updates will be provided accordingly. 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.
Thank you,
Pam
Pam Knox
PSAP ECD Supervisor, CIDT,MAT
VSP Williston PSAP
3294 St. George Rd
Williston, VT 05495
802-878-7111 / PSAP Fax 802-878-3173
I 189 Westbound from Dorset St to Route 7
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston Barracks
News Release Highway / Traffic Notification
I 189 Westbound from Dorset St to Route 7 is currently at a complete stop due to a traffic accident.
There is no current estimate on how long the road will be closed but updates will be provided accordingly. 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.
Thank you,
Pam
Pam Knox
PSAP ECD Supervisor, CIDT,MAT
VSP Williston PSAP
3294 St. George Rd
Williston, VT 05495
802-878-7111 / PSAP Fax 802-878-3173
Derby Barracks/ 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A5002490
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Anthony Rice
STATION: Derby
CONTACT#: 802-334-8881
DATE/TIME: 05/10/2026 @ 1916 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Church Hill Rd, Orleans, VT
VIOLATION: 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault
ACCUSED: Dalton Morgan
AGE: 29
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Orleans, VT
VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of
sexual assault or domestic violence.)
AGE:
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 05/10/2026 at approximately 1916 hours, the Vermont State Police were notified about a possible domestic assault that has been ongoing over several months at a residence on Church Hill Rd in the Village of Orleans, VT. After further investigation, State Police determined the victim was physically assaulted by the offender later identified as, Dalton Morgan, 29 of Orleans, VT. On 05/14/2026 at approximately 1856 hrs, Morgan was located and subsequently arrested and transported to the Derby Barracks for processing. Morgan was later lodged at Northern State Correctional Facility. Morgan is ordered to appear in court for the above charges.
COURT ACTION: YES
COURT DATE/TIME: 05/14/2026 @ 1230 hrs
COURT: Orleans Superior Court - Criminal Division
BAIL: Held Without
MUG SHOT: INCLUDED
May 13, 2026
Traffic Alert - I 91 N Exit 9 off ramp
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Royalton
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 91 N Exit 9 off ramp has both lanes obstructed in the area of Exit 9 N Off Ramp 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.
Westminster Barracks / DUI #1
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B1002244
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Shae Riedinger
STATION: Westminster Barracks
CONTACT#: (802) 722-4600
DATE/TIME: 05/12/2026 at 1912 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Exit 4 Sunoco, Dummerston, VT
VIOLATION: DUI
ACCUSED: Ian Bigelow
AGE: 43
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Halifax, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, a Trooper from the Westminster Barracks conducted a traffic stop near the Exit 4 Sunoco, in the town of Dummerston, Windham County, VT. During the traffic stop, Troopers detected signs of impairment from the operator, Ian Bigelow (43), of the Town of Westminster, Vermont. Bigelow was arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Westminster Barracks for processing. Bigelow was released with a citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court – Windham Criminal Division on June 2, 2026, at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of DUI.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/02/2026 at 0830 hours
COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Windham Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: Y
*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.
Royalton Barracks / Request for Information-Tunbridge
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B2002283
RANK/TROOPER NAME: Trooper Connery
STATION: Royalton
CONTACT#: (802) 234-9933
DATE/TIME: 05/10/26-05/13/2026
INCIDENT LOCATION: VT 110 and Button Hill Road, Tunbridge
VIOLATION: Potential for multiple charges
ACCUSED: Unknown at this time
VICTIM: Vermont AOT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 05/13/2026, at approximately 1550 hours, the Vermont State was made aware of a significant portion of guardrail damage on the pull off on VT Route 110 near Button Hill Road, in Tunbridge. Initial information advised this damage occurred within the last few days. Attached photos reveal a long portion of the guardrail severely damaged and what appear to be pieces of wood, logs, and other debris surrounding the area. Anyone with any information regarding this damage is encouraged to reach out to the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks at 802-234-9933.
Derby Barracks / Multiple Offenses
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A5002525
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Logan Miller
STATION: Derby Barracks
CONTACT#: (802) 334-8881
DATE/TIME: 5/12/26, 1835 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Residence on Evansville Rd, Brownington
VIOLATION:
- 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault
- Violating a Condition of Release (Firearms)
- Criminal Threatening
ACCUSED: Michael Riendeau, Jr
AGE: 45
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Brownington, 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, Troopers assigned to the VSP Derby Barracks received a report of a disturbance on Evansville Rd in Brownington. It was alleged the accused had discharged a firearm and threatened victims’ lives during the incident, before returning to his residence with the firearm. It was also learned he was a subject of an active set of pre-trial conditions of release preventing him from owning firearms, along with a $10,000 bond, stemming from a previous incident of aggravated domestic assault.
Troopers and Orleans County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the accused’s residence, where he barricaded himself inside and refused to exit. A search warrant was granted, and due to the nature of the incident members of the VSP Tactical Services Unit responded to the scene. After several hours of negotiation, he surrendered and was taken into custody without incident.
The accused was transported to the VSP Derby Barracks for processing and ordered held without bail for the above offenses. He was later lodged at the Northern State Correctional Facility.
Troopers were also supported during this incident by members of the Orleans Ambulance Service and a paramedic from Newport Ambulance Service, and thanks its partner agencies for their assistance in bringing the incident to a safe resolution.
COURT ACTION: Lodged
COURT DATE/TIME: 5/13/26, 1230
COURT: Orleans
LODGED - LOCATION: NSCF
BAIL: Held without
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.
New Haven Barracks / MV Crash
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#: 26B5002000
RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Caden Lockwood
STATION: New Haven
CONTACT#: (802) 388-4919
DATE/TIME: On 05/13/2026, at approximately 1245 hours
STREET: Water St
TOWN: Weybridge, Vermont
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Baker Ct
INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A
WEATHER: Light Rain
ROAD CONDITIONS: Wet
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Sebastian Crowell
AGE:28
SEAT BELT? Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Vergennes
VEHICLE YEAR: 2025
VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru
VEHICLE MODEL: Crosstrek
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Significant front end damage
INJURIES: Minor bruising on leg and chest
HOSPITAL: N/A
SUMMARY OF CRASH: On 05/13/2026, at approximately 1245 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police, New Haven Barracks, responded to a single vehicle crash. It was revealed that Sebastian Crowell (28) of Vergennes, was unable to maintain his lane of traffic, resulting in his vehicle colliding with a guard rail. Crowell sustained minor injuries.
The Vermont State Police were assisted by Weybridge Fire Department.
Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: N/A
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: N/A
COURT ACTION: No
COURT: N/A
COURT DATE/TIME: 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.
Derby Barracks / VAPO
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#:25A5002465
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Richard Berlandy
STATION: Derby
CONTACT#: 802-334-8881
DATE/TIME: 05/09/2026 @ 0859 Hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Barton Fairgrounds
VIOLATION: Violation of Abuse Prevention Order
ACCUSED: Isaiah Ladd
AGE: 29
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barton, VT
VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of
sexual assault or domestic violence.)
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 05/09/2026 the Vermont State Police received a call advising Isaiah Ladd was violating an abuse prevention order. Troopers responded and investigations revealed Ladd violated the abuse prevention order. Ladd was issued a citation to appear in Orleans County Superior Court.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/16/2026 @ 0830 am
COURT: Orleans County Superior Court
MUG SHOT: NOT AVAILABLE
*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 Richard Berlandy
Vermont State Police | Troop A - Derby Barracks
35 Crawford Rd, Derby, VT 05829
802.334.8881 | Richard.berlandy@vermont.gov
Correction - Vermont, Connecticut State Police identify human remains connected to 2001 missing persons case
Correction: The name of the man whose remains were identified is Brian Canfield. His last name was spelled incorrectly in a previous version of this release and has been corrected below.
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
and
CONNECTICUT STATE POLICE
Vermont, Connecticut State Police identify human remains connected to 2001 missing persons case
HARTLAND, Vermont (Wednesday, May 6, 2026) — The Vermont State Police has received confirmation that human remains found in 2006 in Connecticut are those of a man who went missing while fishing in Vermont five years earlier.
Vermont residents Brian Canfield, 37, of Weathersfield and Terry Brinegar, 44, of Mount Holly were fishing together April 9, 2001, on a boat at Sumner Falls in Hartland when the vessel overturned. Both men were presumed drowned. Brinegar’s body was found April 24, 2001, at the Bellows Falls Dam, but Canfield’s remains could not be located.
In October 2006, the Connecticut State Police recovered a human skull along the Connecticut River in the town of Haddam. Following DNA testing in summer 2025 by the Connecticut Chief State Medical Examiner’s Office, authorities sent material from the skull to Othram, a Texas business that uses DNA testing and forensic genetic genealogy to assist police investigations by identifying victims, locating missing persons, and uncovering perpetrators of crime.
The Connecticut State Police obtained a DNA sample from Canfield’s brother and sent the sample to Othram for comparison. This past weekend, Othram notified CSP the sample matched the skull discovered in 2006, providing confirmation of Canfield’s identity. CSP subsequently informed the Vermont State Police of the match.
This incident is not considered suspicious, and the Vermont State Police case is now closed.
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May 12, 2026
Re: Traffic Alert - I 91 N Exit 9 off ramp
The roadway is now open.
From: Deslauriers, Katherine via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Monday, May 11, 2026 2:27 AM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - I 91 N Exit 9 off ramp
Sent: Monday, May 11, 2026 2:27 AM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - I 91 N Exit 9 off ramp
EXTERNAL SENDER: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize and trust the sender.
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Royalton
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 91 N Exit 9 off ramp has both lanes obstructed in the area of Exit 9 N Off Ramp 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.
St Albans Barracks / Simple Assault
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#:26A2002858
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Emerson
STATION: St Albans Barracks
CONTACT#: 802-524-5993
DATE/TIME: 05/06/26
INCIDENT LOCATION: 3379 Mountain RD, Montgomery, VT
VIOLATION: Simple Assault
ACCUSED: Tokyo Blocher
AGE: 52
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Richford, VT
VICTIM: David Sadowsky
AGE: 51
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Montgomery, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 05/06/2026 at 2350 hours the Vermont State Police - St Albans Barracks were advised of an assault that had taken place at 3379 Mountain Road in Montgomery, VT. Investigation revealed Tokyo Blocher (52) had assaulted David Sadowsky (51) before leaving the scene. Blocher was later located and arrested on multiple charges relating to previous incidents. Blocher was also issued a citation for Simple Assault and to appear in Franklin County Court on 06/23/2026 at 0800 hours.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/23/26 0800
COURT: Franklin County
LODGED - LOCATION: NA
BAIL: NA
MUG SHOT: NA
*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 Benjamin Emerson
Vermont State Police – St. Albans
140 Fisher Pond Road
St. Albans, VT 05468
(802) 917-1819
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