Derby Barracks/ Domestic Assault

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5002754

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Anthony Rice                            

STATION: Derby

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 05/22/2026 @ 1939 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: S Albany Rd, Craftsbury, VT

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Vidal Ruiz

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Craftsbury, VT    

 

ACCUSED: Delgadina Ruiz-Lopez

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Craftsbury, 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 05/22/2026 at approximately 1939 hours, the Vermont State Police received report of a domestic assault that occurred at a residence on South Albany Rd in the Town of Craftsbury, VT. After further investigation, Troopers determined Vidal Ruiz, 44 and Delgadina 42 had physically harmed a household member. Vidal and Delgadina were subsequently arrested and was transported to the Derby Barracks for further processing. Vidal and Delgadina were later released on a citation to appear in court for the above charge.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/26/2026 @ 1230 hrs

COURT: Orleans Superior Court - Criminal Division

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

 

Derby Barracks/ VAPO

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5002366

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper A. Rice                             

STATION: VSP DERBY                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 05/02/2026 @ 2330 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US Route 5, Derby, VT

VIOLATION: Violation of Abuse Prevention Order

 

ACCUSED: Ryan Sheehy                                             

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newport, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 2^nd , 2026 at approximately 2330 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks were notified that Ryan Sheehy, 42 of Newport City, VT was possibly in violation of a Temporary Relief from Abuse Order. Investigation revealed, Sheehy violated an active Relief from Abuse Order by being in contact with the protected party. Sheehy was later located and transported to the Derby Barracks for further processing. Sheehy was later lodged at Northern State Correctional Facility to appear in County Superior Criminal Court on 05/04/2026 @ 1230 hours for the above charge.

 

 

LODGED: yes

BAIL: $500

MUG SHOT: Yes

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Orleans County Superior Court, Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/04/2026 @ 1230 hours

Royalton Barracks / Excessive Speed

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B4004041

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Charles Gardner                               

STATION: Rutland                     

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: May 26, 2026 / 1114 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I89 SB / mm 9.6, Sharon, Vermont

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Benjamin J. Baker

AGE: 22

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Shelburne, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 5/26/2026, at approximately 1114 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks were conducting routine patrol on Interstate 89. A vehicle traveling southbound was observed traveling at 119 MPH in a posted 65 MPH zone in the Town of Sharon.

A motor vehicle stop was conducted, and the operator was identified as Benjamin J. Baker. Baker was issued a citation to appear at court at a later date and time. Additionally, Baker was issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint carrying a waiver amount of $793 and 2 points.

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A          

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windsor Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 7/21/2026 at 8:30 AM

           

*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. Albans Barracks / DLS and VCOR

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2003287

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper LeBlanc, Trooper Martin, and Trooper Towle                   

STATION:  St. Albans                  

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 5/25/2026 at 2319 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 N MM 107, Georgia, Vermont

VIOLATION: VCOR and DLS

 

ACCUSED: Rykeem Allen

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Swanton

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 5/25/2026 at approximately 1349, Troopers were on routine patrol in the town of Georgia, Vermont. Troopers observed a motor vehicle violation and conducted a routine traffic stop. The operator was identified as Rykeem Allen (33), investigation revealed that Allen was operating with a motor vehicle with a criminally suspended license and had violated his conditions of release. Allen was taken into custody for processing and released on citation.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 5/26/2026 at 1300 hours           

COURT: Franklin

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.

 

 

 

 

New Haven Barracks / Illegal Burning

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B5002234

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Gabriel Schrauf                         

STATION: VSP New Haven                    

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 05/25/2026 at 2016 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US RT 7 / Salisbury, VT

VIOLATION: Illegal Burning

 

ACCUSED: Maranda L. Aunchman                                         

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Salisbury, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 05/25/2026 at 2016 hours the New Haven State Police Barracks were notified of an illegal burning on US RT 7, in the town of Salisbury. Troopers arrived on scene and met with the homeowner and person of interest, Maranda Aunchman (25). The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by the Salisbury Fire Department.

 

Aunchman was ultimately issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court Addison Criminal Division on July 13^th, 2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/13/2026 at 1230         

COURT: Addison

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A     

BAIL: N/A

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.

 

Rutland Barracks / DUI Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE #: 26B4004025

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Daniel St. Clair                                

STATION: Rutland                     

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: May 25, 2026, at approximately 1937 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: West Creek Road, Pittsford, Vermont

VIOLATION: Driving under the influence

 

ACCUSED: Allison Burden

AGE: 35

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: East Wallingford, Vermont

 

VEHICLE #1

 

MAKE: Ford

MODE: Escape

YEAR: 2010

SEATBELT: Yes

INJURIES: Minor

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 25, 2026, at approximately 1937 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Rutland Barracks, responded to a single vehicle crash on West Creek Road in the Town of Pittsford, Vermont. Through investigation, Troopers identified the operator as Allison Burden, 35, of East Wallingford, Vermont. Burden’s vehicle exited the roadway and struck a utility pole causing downed wires across the roadway. The roadway was closed for a significant amount of time while Green Mountain Power fixed the utility pole. Throughout the interaction with Troopers, Burden displayed indicators of impairment. Burden was ultimately arrested and processed for driving under the influence. Burden was cited to appear at Vermont Superior Court – Rutland Criminal Division on August 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM to answer to the above charge.

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: August 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM

             

*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.

 

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks/ Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005683

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Riley Fenoff                    

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 05/25/2026 @ 1927 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-91 NB MM 112.8 Ryegate, VT

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Kyle Houseal

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bath, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 05/25/2026 at approximately 1927 hours Troopers were conducting a routine patrol of Interstate 91 north when they observed a vehicle traveling at 135mph in a posted 65mph zone in the Town of Ryegate, Vermont. A motor vehicle stop was conducted, and the operator was identified as Kyle Houseal (34) of Bath, New Hampshire. Houseal was placed under arrest and was transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Houseal was later issued a citation to appear in the Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division on June 29, 2026, at 0830 hours for the crime of Excessive Speed.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/29/2026 at 0830 hours        

COURT: CALEDONIA

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A 

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

 

Trooper Riley Fenoff

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 #1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

(802) 748-3111

 

Derby Barracks / Single vehicle crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A5002797                                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jesse Nash

STATION: Derby                                         

CONTACT#: 802 334 8881

 

DATE/TIME: 05/25/2026 @ approximately 1622 hours

STREET: Schoolhouse Rd

TOWN: Brownington

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Chase Rd

WEATHER: Light rain    

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Dane Kross

AGE: 41

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Charleston, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2018

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Forester

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: None

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police, Orleans Ambulance and Orleans Fire Department responded to the report of a single vehicle crash with possible injuries. The operator was identified as Dane Kross (41) of Charleston who was operating a white Subaru Forester. Investigation revealed Cross was traveling west on Schoolhouse Rd, who allegedly swerved for a fallen tree in the roadway ultimately colliding with several trees on the shoulder.

 

Trooper Jesse Nash

Vermont State Police

Troop A – Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Rd

Jesse.Nash@Vermont.Gov

(802) 334-8881

 

 

VT State Police - Watch Commander schedule: May 25th - 31st

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of May 25^th – 31^st  

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

Watch Commander – North

                Lieutenant Andrew Jensen

                Andrew.jensen@vermont.gov  

 

Watch Commander – South

Lieutenant Todd Wilkins

Todd.wilkins@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

 

New Haven Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B5002222

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kelsey Dobson                          

STATION: VSP New Haven                    

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 05/25/2026 at approximately 0143 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Main St., New Haven, VT

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Parker T. Gero                                          

AGE: 23

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Monkton, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, the Vermont State Police – New Haven Barracks received a report of a motor vehicle off the roadway on Main St., in New Haven, VT. The State Police responded and identified the operator as Parker Gero (23). While speaking with Troopers, Gero displayed signs of impairment.

 

Gero was screened and placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI. Gero was transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. Gero was issued a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court to answer to the above charge.

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/15/2026            

COURT: Addison County Criminal Court

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A      

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Included

 

 

 

Trooper Kelsey Dobson (426)

Vermont State Police

Troop “B”, New Haven Barracks

Tel: (802) 388-4919

kelsey.dobson@vermont.gov

 

Westminster Barracks / DUI #3

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1004491

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Shae Riedinger                         

STATION: Westminster Barracks                   

CONTACT#: (802) 722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 05/24/2026 @ 1711 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 91 Northbound Mile Marker 16.4, Dummerston (Windham County), Vermont

VIOLATION: DUI #3

 

ACCUSED: Stephen D. Goose (DOB:11/30/1954)                                           

AGE: 71

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

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police received report of a motor vehicle operating erratically on Interstate 91, in the area of mile marker 16.4, in the Town of Dummerston (Windham County), Vermont. Troopers were able to locate the vehicle and identified the operator as Stephen D. Goose (71) of Putney (Windham County), Vermont. While interacting with Goose, signs of impairment were detected. He was arrested without further incident and was released with a citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court - Windham Criminal Division on 05/26/2026 at 1230 Hours for the charge of DUI #3.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/26/2026 @1230 Hours     

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Windham Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: IMAGE ATTACHED

 

 

 

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

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

Berlin Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash DUI

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A3004149                                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sergeant Tylor Rancourt

STATION:           Berlin Barracks                            

CONTACT#: 802-299-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 05/24/2026 @ 1624 hours

STREET: I 89

TOWN: Waterbury

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Exit 10

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: 64.8 N

WEATHER:        cloudy, rain

ROAD CONDITIONS: wet

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Deborah Freeman

AGE: 61    

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barre, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2007

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: Freestyle

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Extensive rear end damage

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Christine Dorer

AGE:   49

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Roxbury, VT

 

PASSENGER: Rhett Williams

AGE: 48

SEAT BELT? Y

CITE, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ruxbury, VT

INJURIES: Minor non-life threatening

HOSPITAL: CVMC

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2019

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Ascent

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Extensive front end damage

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On the above date and time, Vermont State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 89 North near mile marker 64.8. On arrival, Troopers determined Deborah Freeman, 61 of Barre, VT, was driving north bound in the travel lane and turned left in front of Christine Dorer, 49 of Roxbury, VT, who was driving in the passing lane. Freeman was reportedly trying to use the u-turn to go south bound. Dorer's vehicle struck Freeman's vehicle which both sustained extensive damage. Further investigation determined Freeman was under the influence of intoxicants. She was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI and processed at the Berlin Barracks. Freeman was later released with a citation to appear in Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division for the charge of DUI.

 

VSP was assisted on scene by the Waterbury Fire Department and Waterbury Ambulance Service.

 

 

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint #7130385; T23 VSA 1004

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A       

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT: Vermont Superior Court Washington Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/04/2026    0830 hours 

 

 

 

*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.

 

 

 

Sgt. Tylor Rancourt

Patrol Commander

Vermont State Police

Berlin Barracks

578 Paine Turnpike N

Berlin, VT 05602

 

Office: 802-229-9191

Cell: 802-760-0545

 

Traffic Alert - I 89 N MM64.8 (LEFT LANE IS SHUT DOWN AT MM 64)

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 N MM64.8 (LEFT LANE IS SHUT DOWN AT MM 64) has one lane obstructed in the area of I 89 N MM64.8 (LEFT LANE SHUT DOWN AT MM 64) 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.

Saint Johnsbury Barracks / DUI #3 / Negligent Operation

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005599

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Matthew Salazar  

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: May 24th, 2026, at approximately 0329 hours

STREET: Calendar Brook Rd

TOWN: Sutton, VT.

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR/ACCUSED: Jackson G. Mitchell III

AGE: 46

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lyndon, VT

INJURIES: N/A

HOSPITAL: N/A

VIOLATION:

-             DUI #3 crash / Negligent Operation

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2015

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: F-150

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a single vehicle crash on Calendar Brook Rd in the town of Sutton, VT. Troopers responded to the scene and located the vehicle operated by Mitchell.  As Troopers spoke with Mitchell indicators of impairment were detected. Mitchell was arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Saint Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Mitchell was later issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division and released.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 6/8/2026 at 0830 AM           

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division

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 Matthew Salazar

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 # 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

802-748-3111

New Haven Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE #: 26B5002203

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Kelsey Dobson

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 5/23/26, 2250 hours

STREET: South Street

TOWN: Addison

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Main St.

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR/ACCUSED: Michael Findlay

AGE: 59

SEAT BELT? N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: New Haven, VT

VIOLATION: DUI-Drug

 

OPERATOR/ACCUSED: Alexander Amory

AGE: 27

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: New Haven, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #2

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On 5/23/26 at approximately 2250 hours, Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on South Street south of the intersection of Main Street in the Town of New Haven. 

 

Michael Findley (59) of New Haven, VT, was found operating the truck at the time of Trooper arrival. While speaking with Findley, Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Findley was screened, placed under arrest, and transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. During the investigation it was found that Alexander Amory (27) had been operating the truck at the time of the crash. Amory was located, screened, placed under arrest, and transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing.   At the conclusion of processing, both men were issued a citation to appear in Addison County Superior court, Criminal Division at a later date.

 

VCVC(s): Pending

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 6/15/2026 at 1230 hours // 7/6/26 at 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.

 

 

Trooper Kelsey Dobson (426)

Vermont State Police

Troop “B”, New Haven Barracks

Tel: (802) 388-4919

kelsey.dobson@vermont.gov

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3002702

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                     

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, 2127 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Post Drive, Pownal

VIOLATION: Unlawful Sheltering/Aiding of a Runaway Child; False Reports to Law Enforcement Authorities

 

ACCUSED #1: Samantha J. George                                             

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

ACCUSED #2: Robert L. Young

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 22, 2026, at approximately 2127 hours, Vermont State Police were informed of a runaway juvenile in Pownal, VT. Through investigation, it was determined Samantha J. George (34) of Pownal, VT, and Robert L. Young (34), of Pownal, VT, sheltered the same runaway juvenile and provided false reports to investigating Troopers. George and Young were both cited and ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on July 6, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: July 6, 2026, 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

 

 

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.

Berlin Barracks / DUI #1

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3004141

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jae Farnum-Boylan                            

STATION: Berlin Barracks                     

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 05/23/2026 at 2159 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Calais Rd, Worcester

VIOLATION: DUI #1

 

ACCUSED:  Ryan O’Neill                                             

AGE: 24

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Williamstown, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers of the Berlin Barracks received a report of an impaired driver in Worcester, Vermont. The vehicle was located and the operator was identified as Ryan O’Neill. While speaking with Troopers, O’Neill displayed signs of impairment. O’Neill was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI and was transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. O’Neill was issued a citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court to answer to the above charge.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  06/04/2026 at 0830 hours

COURT: Vermont Superior Court- Washington Criminal Division

LODGED: 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 / Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2002465

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr Ryan Miller                           

STATION: Royalton                    

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 5-23-26 / 1756

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 NB Mile Marker 17.8, Royalton

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Megha Patel                                               

AGE: 26

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newton, MA

 

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 5-23-26 a trooper assigned to the Royalton barracks observed a car traveling northbound on I-89 in Royalton, near mile marker 17.8, in excess of the posted 65 MPH speed limit. The vehicle's speed was measured at 108 MPH. The vehicle was stopped and the operator was identified as Megha Patel of Newton, MA. The operator was issued a ticket for speeding and a citation to appear in Vermont Superio Court Windsor Criminal Division on 7-21-26 at 0830.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 7-21-26 / 0830            

COURT: Windsor

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A     

BAIL: N/A

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 Ryan Miller & K9 Fynn

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks – Troop B

2011 VT Route 107

Bethel, VT 05032

802-234-9933

 

Traffic Alert - area of 182 Main St, Cambridge

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
area of 182 Main St, Cambridge has both lanes obstructed in the area of due to a crash.

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

Berlin Barracks / Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE #: 26A3004128 

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Matthew Helpard

STATION: Berlin                            

CONTACT #: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 05/23/2026 at 15:29 hours

STREET: VT Route 12

TOWN: Northfield, VT

WEATHER: Clear, Cloudy

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Jose R. Sanchez

AGE: 70

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Roxbury, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2024

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: Bronco Sport

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor

INJURIES: Fatal

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On May 23, 2026, at approximately 1529 hours, the Vermont State Police responded to 1379 VT Route 12 S in the Town of Northfield, VT for a reported single motor vehicle crash Preliminary investigation revealed Jose R. Sanchez was traveling north on VT Route 12, lost control of the vehicle, and exited the eastbound portion of the roadway. Sanchez succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with further information regarding this incident, including operation prior to the crash, is encouraged to contact the Berlin Barracks. Tips can be anonymously reported at http://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by Northfield Ambulance, and the Northfield Fire Department.

 

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / UPDATE - Runaway Juvenile

**** Updated Press Release ****

 

Shane has been located and returned to his family.

 

 

 

 

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3002702

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, approximately 1600 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Burdick Trailer Park, Pownal

VIOLATION: Runaway Juvenile

 

JUVENILE: Shane Douglas Brownell                                              

AGE: 14

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 22, 2026, at approximately 2127 hours, Vermont State Police received a report of a runaway juvenile. Family members of Shane Douglas Brownell called the Vermont State Police to report Shane had run away from home. Through investigation, Troopers determined Shane is likely staying with a friend in Bennington or Pownal.

 

Shane is described as 5’4” tall, 120lbs, with blond hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a brown or black hoodie, sweatpants, and black and white Nike shoes. Anyone with any information regarding his whereabouts is requested to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-585-6857, attn. case 26B3002702, or to leave an anonymous tip at vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

Traffic Alert - VT Route 12 S

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 12 S has one lane obstructed in the area of 1379 VT Route 12 S 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. Johnsbury Barracks / Missing Person ***UPDATE***

 

On May 23, 2026, at approximately 1550 hours, Troopers learned Morrow returned home safely. The Vermont State Police would like to thank the numerous members of the public that sent tips and assisted in the investigation.

 

Below is the original press release.

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005489

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel                            

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, at 0759 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lake Morey Rd, Bradford

 

MISSING: Erik Morrow                                                

AGE: 47

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 22, 2026, at approximately 0759 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a missing person on Lake Morey Rd in Bradford. Troopers learned that Erik Morrow (47) has not been seen since the afternoon of May 17, 2026. Morrow was last seen wearing a t-shirt, short, sneakers, baseball hat, and driving a red 2016 Toyota Tundra bearing Vermont registration. Morrow may be in the Littleton, NH area but his exact whereabouts are unknown and there are concerns for his wellbeing.

 

Anyone who has seen or has information on Morrow's whereabouts is asked to call the St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111. A picture of Morrow has been attached to this release.