St Johnsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP NEWS RELEASE-INCIDENT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26A4002423

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kyle Gorman

Station: St. Johnsbury

Contact#: (802)-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 03/18/2026 0039 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Groton, VT

VIOLATION: Aggravated Assault, Reckless Endangerment, Criminal Threatening

 

ACCUSED: Nathan Bragg

AGE: 35

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Ryegate, VT

 

VICTIM: Drew Leete

AGE: 45

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Newbury, VT

 

VICTIM: Christopher Palermo

AGE: 49

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Lisbon, NH

 

VICTIM: Thomasina Howard

AGE: 40

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a citizen dispute call in the town of Groton. Investigation revealed that Nathan Bragg (35) of Ryegate, Vermont, had committed the crimes of Aggravated Assault, Reckless Endangerment, and Criminal Threatening.

On 05/19/2026, Bragg was located by the Vermont State Police and taken into custody. Bragg was transported to the Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division for arraignment. At the conclusion of the arraignment, Bragg was ordered to be held on $1,000 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/19/2026 at 1230 PM    

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Northeast Correctional Complex

BAIL: $1000

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 the arraignment time.

 

 

Trooper Kyle Gorman

Vermont State Police

1068 US Route 5, Suite #1

Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

(802)-748-3111

 

Traffic Alert- i89 SB at Exit 16

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

I89 SB at mm 91.6 (Exit 16) is down to a single lane after a wrong way driver solo vehicle crash into the guardrails on the overpass.

This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours while crews work to clear the scene.

 

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

Thank you.

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 - VT Route 22A, Benson

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Rutland 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 22A, Benson has both lanes obstructed in the area of 4762 House number 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.

Rutland Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B4003797                        

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Caden Lockwood

STATION: Rutland                           

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: On 05/18/2026, at approximately 0808 hours

STREET: US Route 7

TOWN: Pittsford

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Old Colony Way

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Dalton Tanner

AGE: 19

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Whiting, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2003

VEHICLE MAKE: Suzuki

VEHICLE MODEL: VL800K

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1:

INJURIES: Severe left leg injury

HOSPITAL: Yes

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Monique Monette

AGE: 52

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rochester, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2018

VEHICLE MAKE: Honda

VEHICLE MODEL: Pilot

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Minor rear-end damage

INJURIES: N/A

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On 05/18/2026 at approximately 0808 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks responded to a two-vehicle crash on US Route 7 in Pittsford. Through investigation, it was revealed that operator #1: Dalton Tanner (19), was operating vehicle #1 and collided with vehicle #2, which was operated by operator #2: Monique Monette (52). Tanner sustained a severe left leg injury and was transported to Rutland Region Medical Center.

The Vermont State police were assisted by Regional Ambulance and Pittsford Fire Department.

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: Pending

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.

 

 

Traffic Alert - VT ROUTE 78 / CAMPBELL'S BAY RD

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
St. Albans

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT ROUTE 78 / CAMPBELL'S BAY RD has both lanes obstructed in the area of SWANTON due to a traffic 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.

Rutland Barracks / MV Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B4003828                        

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Hayley Mears

STATION: Rutland                           

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: On 05/19/2026, at approximately 1242 hours

STREET: US Route 7

TOWN: Rutland Town

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Windcrest Rd

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER:   Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Ashley Daniels

AGE: 32

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Middletown Springs, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2018

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: Escape

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Substantial 

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: Rutland Regional Medical Center

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Magnus Munro

AGE: 20

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Floral Park, NY

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2014

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet

VEHICLE MODEL: Tahoe

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Minor

INJURIES: None reported

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On 5/19/26, at approximately 1242 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police- Rutland Barracks were notified of a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of US Route 7 and Windcrest Rd in the Town of Rutland.

Operator #1 (Daniels) was operating vehicle #1, traveling south on US Route 7, intending to turn left onto Windcrest Rd. Operator #2 (Munro) was operating vehicle #2, traveling north on US Route 7. Operator #1 (Daniels) turned vehicle #1 left in front of vehicle #2, causing the collision.

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: Pending

 

New Haven Barracks / Possession of stolen property

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B5002091

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Jon Prack                             

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 05/18/2026 1030 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Vaughn Court, Monkton, VT

VIOLATION: Possession of stolen property

 

ACCUSED: Dean Heffernan

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bristol, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 05/18/2026 at approximately 0840 hours, troopers from the New Haven Barracks were notified by Richmond Police Department of a stolen truck that was possibly on a property in Monkton near Vaughn's Mobile Home Park. Troopers ultimately located and recovered the stolen vehicle and while conducting an investigation Troopers discovered that Dean Heffernan (42) was in possession of a separate stolen vehicle located at Vaughn Court in Monkton. Heffernan was subsequently taken into custody for possession of stolen property and transported to New Haven State Police Barracks. Heffernan was later released on a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court - Criminal Division on 07/06/2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/06/2026 at 1230 hours

COURT: Addison County Superior Court- Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION:  NA   

BAIL: NA

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.

 

Sergeant Jonathan Prack

Vermont State Police – New Haven

2490 Ethan Allen HWY

New Haven, VT 05472

(802) 388 4919

(802) 453 7918 (fax)

 

Traffic Alert - I89 SB

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I89 SB has one lane obstructed in the area of MM 87.6 S BURLINGTON/SHELBURNE due to a traffic 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.

Vermont State Police Watch Commander schedule, May 18-24, 2026

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of May 18-24, 2026. 

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

Watch Commander – North

Lt. Thomas Howard

thomas.howard@vermont.gov

 

 

Watch Commander – South

Lt. Michael Studin

michael.studin@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

 

 

Traffic Alert - VT Route 22A, Benson

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Rutland 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 22A, Benson has both lanes obstructed in the area of East Rd 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.

Shaftsbury Barracks / DUI #3

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3002496

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                             

STATION: Shaftsbury                      

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: May 18, 2026, 0037 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: River Road, Manchester

VIOLATION: DUI #3

 

ACCUSED: Edison Apuhango                                               

AGE: 49

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Manchester, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 18, 2026, at approximately 0037 hours, on River Road in Manchester, VT, Troopers observed a vehicle with an expired registration. A traffic stop was conducted and the operator, identified as Edison Apuhango (49) of Manchester, VT, was arrested on suspicion of DUI - Drugs. He was processed at the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury Barracks. He was ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on July 13, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: July 13, 2026, 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

 

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.

UPDATE HOBBS ROAD HAS REOPENED Re: Traffic Alert Hobbs Road Milton VT

GOOD MORNING   

HOBBS ROAD IN MILTON HAS RE-OPENED - ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE INCIDENT SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO MILTON POLICE DEPT/FIRE DEPT.    802-893-2424

Louise M. Field

Williston PSAP Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Louise.Field@State.VT.US

(802)878-7111 option3

 

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STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

ST ALBANS BARRACKS IN COOPERATION WITH MILTON POLICE DEPT/FIRE DEPT.

NEWS RELEASE - HIGHWAY/TRAFFIC NOTIFICATION

MILTON POLICE DEPARTMENT IS ADVISING THAT HOBBS ROAD IN MILTON WILL BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC FOR SEVERAL HOURS DUE TO A STRUCTURE FIRE.  MOTORISTS IN THE AREA OF THIS LOCAL ROAD ARE ADVISED TO FIND ALTERNATIVE ROUTES WHILE RESPONDERS TAKE CARE OF THE SCENE.

ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL BE PROVIDED BY MILTON POLICE/FIRE DEPARTMENT WHEN APPROPRIATE.

Louise M. Field

Williston PSAP Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Louise.Field@State.VT.US

(802)878-7111 option3

 

Traffic Alert Hobbs Road Milton VT

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

ST ALBANS BARRACKS IN COOPERATION WITH MILTON POLICE DEPT/FIRE DEPT.

NEWS RELEASE - HIGHWAY/TRAFFIC NOTIFICATION

MILTON POLICE DEPARTMENT IS ADVISING THAT HOBBS ROAD IN MILTON WILL BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC FOR SEVERAL HOURS DUE TO A STRUCTURE FIRE.  MOTORISTS IN THE AREA OF THIS LOCAL ROAD ARE ADVISED TO FIND ALTERNATIVE ROUTES WHILE RESPONDERS TAKE CARE OF THE SCENE.

ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL BE PROVIDED BY MILTON POLICE/FIRE DEPARTMENT WHEN APPROPRIATE.

Louise M. Field

Williston PSAP Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Louise.Field@State.VT.US

(802)878-7111 option3

 

Royalton Barracks / Domestic Assault

VSP NEWS RELEASE-INCIDENT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE: 26B2002349

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Robidoux

Station: VSP Royalton Barracks

Contact: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 05/16/2026 at approximately 1608 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Granville, Vermont

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Tyler Ainsworth

AGE: 32

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Barre City, Vermont

 

VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On May 16, 2026, at approximately 1608 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks were advised of an altercation on Post Office Hill in the Town of Granville, Vermont. The investigation determined that Tyler Ainsworth (32) of Barre City, Vermont caused pain to a family or household member. Ainsworth was placed under arrest and transported to the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks. Ainsworth was lodged at Southern State Correctional Facility where he was held on $1,000 bail. Ainsworth was issued a criminal citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court – Criminal Division on 05/18/2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/18/2026 at 1230 hours    

COURT: Addison County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Southern State Correctional Facility 

BAIL: $1,000

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 the arraignment time.

 

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Michael Robidoux

Vermont State Police

Email: michael.robidoux@vermont.gov

Phone: 802-234-9933

New Haven Barracks/ DUI #1/ MV Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE #: 26B5002082

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Sean Hauter

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 5/17/26, 0956 hours

STREET: VT-17

TOWN: New Haven

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Sawyer Rd

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR/ACCUSED: Aiden Berry

AGE: 20

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #1

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2019

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevy

VEHICLE MODEL: Silverado

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Passenger-side contact damage

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On 5/17/26 at approximately 0956 hours, Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on VT Route 17 near the intersection of Sawyer Road in the Town of New Haven. Investigation revealed V#1 was traveling east when it left the eastbound lane and struck a berm before coming to an upright position of uncontrolled rest.

 

The operator was identified as Aiden Berry (20) of Rutland, VT. While speaking with Berry, Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Berry was screened, placed under arrest, and transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. At the conclusion of processing, Berry was released to a sober adult with a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division at a later date.

 

VCVC(s):

-23 VSA 1038, “Driving on roadways laned for traffic” ($220, 2 points)

-23 VSA 1134, “Consuming alcoholic beverage while driving” ($450, 2 points)

-7 VSA 656(b)(1)(E), “Under 21 years old operating with BAC of .02% or more” ($392)

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 6/1/26, 1230 hours

COURT: Addison

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.

Royalton Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE: 26B2002349

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Robidoux                       

STATION: VSP Royalton Barracks                    

CONTACT: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 05/16/2026 at approximately 1704 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 100 / VT Route 125, Hancock, Vermont

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Briana Quintin                                   

AGE: 29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bethel, Vermont

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On May 16, 2026, at approximately 1704 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks received a report of a driver that was possibly intoxicated in the area of VT Route 100 and VT Route 125 in the Town of Hancock, Vermont. Troopers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. The operator was identified as Briana Quintin (29) of Bethel, Vermont. Throughout the interaction, Quintin was displaying signs of impairment. At the conclusion of the investigation, Quintin was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI. Quintin was transported to the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks for processing. Quintin was issued a criminal citation to appear in Addison County Court Criminal Division on 06/15/2026 at 1230 hours to answer to the charge of DUI.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/15/2026 at 1230 hours          

COURT: Addison County 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.

 

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Michael Robidoux

Vermont State Police

Email: michael.robidoux@vermont.gov

Phone: 802-234-9933

St. Albans Barracks / DUI #2

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26A2003086

RANK/TROOPER: Trooper Alyssa Nozka

STATION: St. Albans                      

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 05/17/2026 at approximately 0022 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Main St by River Rd, Fairfax VT

VIOLATION: DUI #2

 

ACCUSED: Joshlynn Fitzpatrick                                               

AGE: 32

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Milton, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:        

 

On May 17^th, 2026, at approximately 0022 hours, Vermont State Police received a report of a motor vehicle crash in the vicinity of Main St by River Rd in the town of Fairfax. The operator of the vehicle was identified as Joshlynn Fitzpatrick (32) of Milton. While speaking with Fitzpatrick, indicators of impairment were observed. Fitzpatrick was subsequently placed into custody for suspicion of DUI and transported to the St. Albans State Police Barracks for processing. 

 

Fitzpatrick was later released and issued a citation to appear in Franklin County Superior Court for the above offense.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/01/26 at 0800 hours            

COURT:  Franklin County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: NO

MUG SHOT: YES

 

*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.