St Albans Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2006108

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Weed

STATION: St. Albans Barracks                 

CONTACT#: (802) 524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 09/15/2026 / 1645 hours                                                                                                                           

INCIDENT LOCATION: Richford

VIOLATION: Fugitive from Justice/ DUI

 

ACCUSED: Alyssa Hancock                                              

AGE: 45

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: FL

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 09/15/26 at 1645 hours, VSP St Albans was notified of a single vehicle crash on North Branch Rd near the intersection of Marvin Rd in the town of Richford. Investigation revealed that the 45-year-old operator, Alyssa Hancock, had been operating a 2007 Toyota Highlander when it exited the roadway, overturning, and landed in someone’s yard.

 

Hancock was transported to Northwestern Medical Center for treatment of minor injuries. Further investigation showed Hancock was wanted out of Florida for Violation of Probation. She was processed and charged for DUI and Fugitive from Justice. Hancock was subsequently lodged at the Chittenden County Correctional Center for lack of $10,000 bail on the Fugitive from Justice charge and is due in the Franklin County Superior Court – Criminal Division on 12/22/26 at 0800 to answer to the offense of DUI.

 

COURT ACTION: Lodged

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/22/26 / 0800 hours      

COURT: Franklin

LODGED - LOCATION: Chittenden County Correctional Center

BAIL: $10,000.00

MUG SHOTS: 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.

 

Rutland Barracks // 1st-Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault

 

DATE/TIME: 09/15/2025 at approximately 1726 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Rutland Town, VT

 

ACCUSED: Austin Creaser

AGE: 30

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland Town, VT

CHARGES: 1st-degree aggravated domestic assault

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

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On September 15, 2026, at approximately 1726 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks were notified of a disturbance at a residence in the Town of Rutland.  Investigation revealed that Austin Creaser (30) of Rutland caused imminent fear of serious bodily injury to a family or household member. Creaser was taken into custody by Troopers and transported to the Rutland Barracks for processing before being held at Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility without bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/16/2026 at 1230 hours

COURT: Rutland County Court, 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 the arraignment time.

 

Westminster Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1008132

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Karson Kruger                          

STATION: VSP Westminster                    

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 09/15/2026 @ 0131 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I 91 S MM 17, Putney

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Stephanie Des Chenes                                               

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Portsmouth RI

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Troopers from the Vermont State Police, Westminster Barracks, observed a vehicle traveling south on I 91 commit a motor vehicle violation. Troopers conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the operator, Stephanie Des Chenes, 44 of Portsmouth Rhode Island.

 

While speaking with the Des Chenes, Troopers observed indicators of impairment. Des Chenes was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and was transported to the Westminster Barracks where she was processed, issued a citation, and released. Des Chenes is scheduled to appear at the Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division on 09/29/2026 at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/29/2026            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windham 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.

 

 

Traffic Alert - Missing Link Rd in Rockingham

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Westminster

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Missing Link Rd in Rockingham has both lanes obstructed in the area of Upper Meadows Rd 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.

Vermont State Police to hold annual presentation of awards & promotions

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

ANNUAL PRESENTATION OF AWARDS & PROMOTIONS

 

Friday, Sept. 18, 2026

10 a.m.

House Chamber, Vermont Statehouse

Montpelier, Vermont

 

WATERBURY, Vermont (Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026) — The Vermont State Police will hold its Annual Awards Ceremony at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, in the House Chamber of the Vermont Statehouse in Montpelier.

 

Scheduled speakers include Gov. Phil Scott, Commissioner of Public Safety Jennifer Morrison and Col. Shawn Loan, director of the state police. They will honor members of the agency and others for acts of heroism and community service, and recognize 25 sworn members of the state police and one public safety dispatcher who have received promotions since last year’s awards ceremony, in September 2025.

 

After the ceremony, formal photographs with the Vermont State Police Honor Guard and distinguished guests will take place.

 

Members of the media are invited to attend. Please RSVP to the state police public information officer, Adam Silverman, at adam.silverman@vermont.gov. Those covering the ceremony should arrive at the Statehouse no later than 9:45 a.m.

 

The following individuals will receive awards and promotions:

 

Awards

 

Commissioner’s Award

• Lt. Aron McNeil for his exceptional leadership of the Crime Scene Search Team.

 

Director’s Award

• Sgt. Christian Hunt for 15 years of extraordinary leadership, compassion, and unwavering dedication to Operation FireCuffs.

 

Division Commander’s Award

• Senior Sgt. Eugene Duplissis for more than a decade of exceptional leadership, innovation, and unwavering dedication to advancing officer safety and lifesaving capabilities throughout the Vermont State Police.

 

William Chenard Search and Rescue & Lifesaving Award

• Nikki Gammon, Donna Larson, Stella Richards, and Jennifer Vaughan from North Country Search Dogs for their response to a call reporting a missing person with dementia April 13, 2025.

 

Lifesaving Award

• Sgt. Charlotte Hartman, Trooper Michelle Archer, Trooper Richard Berlandy, Trooper David Lambert, Trooper Jesse Nash, and Trooper Benjamin Weed for their actions April 13-14, 2025, for their response to a call for a missing person with dementia who was suffering from severe hypothermia.
• Sgt. Justin Walker for his actions on Aug. 27, 2025, when he responded to a residential structure fire and assisted in extricating a resident from the home.
• Trooper Ian Alford for his actions Sept. 23, 2025, when he responded to a single-vehicle crash and aided a severely injured woman.
• Trooper Casey Harkins and Trooper Benjamin Weed for their actions Dec. 31, 2025, when they responded to a report that a man had cut himself and was heavily bleeding.
• Trooper Quincy Chandler, Trooper Shawn Cavic and Hazmat Technician Samantha Slayton for their actions responding to a single-vehicle crash where a woman was trapped under the vehicle.
• Trooper Dalton Maenpaa and Trooper Ryan Underhill for their actions June 3, 2026, when they responded to a report of a woman acting erratically suspected of suffering from an overdose.
• Trooper David Hastings and Christopher Kasmarek for their actions on Aug. 2, 2026, when responding to a report of a man who had been shot.

 

 

Promotions

 

Major

• Ashley Barnes – April 19, 2026

 

Captain

• Michael Filipek – Jan. 11, 2026
• Karl Gardner – April 19, 2026
• Casey Daniell – May 17, 2026
• Todd Wilkins – Sept. 20, 2026

 

Lieutenant

• Drew Cota – Jan. 11, 2026
• Seth Loomis – Jan. 11, 2026
• Isaac Merriam – Jan. 11, 2026
• Matthew Sweitzer – Jan. 11, 2026
• Michael Kamerling – Jan. 25, 2026
• Aron McNeil – June 14, 2026
• Daniel Hall – Sept. 20, 2026

 

Senior Sergeant

• Eugene Duplissis—March 13, 2026
• David Robillard—March 13, 2026

 

Sergeant

• Jonathan Prack – Oct. 19, 2025
• Matthew Conte – Dec. 14, 2025
• Charlotte Hartman – Dec. 14, 2025
• John Gildea – Jan. 11, 2026
• Steven Schutt – Jan. 11, 2026
• Zachary VanValkenburgh – March 8, 2026
• Andrew Underwood – March 22, 2026
• Nathan Handy – May 17, 2026
• Colin Shepley – May 17, 2026
• Adam Roaldi – May 31, 2026
• Jacqueline June – June 28, 2026
• Justin Wagner – Sept. 20, 2026

 

Dispatch Supervisor

• Aymie Manus – Nov. 2, 2025

 

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Berlin Barracks - Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#:  26A3007709

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sergeant Jacqueline June

STATION: Berlin Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 09/15/2026 at approximately 1211 hours

STREET: I89 S

TOWN: Waterbury

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS:

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: 63.2

WEATHER: Sunny, Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Chandra Sammons

AGE: 79

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barre City, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2021

VEHICLE MAKE: Kia

VEHICLE MODEL: Niro

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: Central Vermont Medical Center

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On September 15, 2026, at approximately 1211 hours, Troopers were advised of a single vehicle crash on I89 southbound near mile marker 63.2. The operator was identified as Chandra Sammons (79) of Barre City, VT. Investigation revealed the operator left the roadway, entering the median and subsequently struck a construction light tower. The vehicle then re-entered the roadway and came to rest in the roadway in the right-hand lane of travel. The operator sustained minor injuries and was transported to the Central Vermont Medical Center.

 

The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by the Waterbury Fire Department and the Waterbury Ambulance Service.

 

Sergeant Jacqueline June (215)

Vermont State Police

A Troop- Berlin

578 Paine Turnpike North

Berlin, VT 05602

Tel: (802)229-9191

Fax: (802)229-2648

Email: jacqueline.june@vermont.gov

Update No. 2: Third victim dies following Granville house explosion

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Third victim dies following Granville house explosion

 

GRANVILLE, Vermont (Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026) — The Vermont State Police has been informed that owner of the Granville home that exploded, 69-year-old Sheila Hammond, has died at a hospital out of state while receiving treatment for critical injuries sustained in the blast.

 

 

***Update No. 1, 7:55 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026***

The Department of Public Safety Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit has classified the explosion in Granville as accidental. Investigators determined the explosion was caused by a propane leak within the home on Connecticut Trail, off Post Office Hill Road.

 

Autopsies for the two people killed in the explosion were completed Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, at the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington. Both victims died from blast-related injuries. The state police is able to identify them as Liam O’Sullivan, 20, and his mother, Sarah O’Sullivan, 46, both of Essex Junction.

 

The victim who was critically injured is identified as Sheila Hammond, 69, of Granville. She remains hospitalized in critical condition and is receiving care out of state.

 

No further details are available at this time.

 

 

***Initial news release, 1:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026***

The Vermont State Police is investigating after a house exploded in the Addison County town of Granville, killing two people and injuring three others.

 

The explosion was reported at about 7:45 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. A man was pronounced dead on scene, and a woman was brought by first responders to Gifford Medical Center in Randolph, where she was pronounced dead. Three other adults were taken to the hospital, two with minor injuries and the third with critical injuries.

 

The names of those involved are being withheld at this time pending further investigation and notification of relatives.

 

VSP’s response to this incident involves the Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit, the Bureau of Criminal Investigations, the Field Force Division, and the Victim Services Unit. The Division of Fire Safety and the Granville Volunteer Fire Department were among the agencies that also responded.

 

Preliminary investigation by VSP does not indicate the explosion was suspicious. FEIU members anticipate being on site throughout the day Sunday as the investigation continues.

 

No additional details are currently available. The state police will provide updates as the case proceeds.

 

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New Haven Barracks / Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B5004030                                          

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Taylor Demick

STATION: New Haven                                 

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: September 14^th, 2026, at 1859 hours

STREET: US Route 7

TOWN: New Haven

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Lime Kiln Road

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Clear

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Sabrina A. Prim

AGE: 32

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Vergennes, Vermont

INJURIES: Fatal

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

PASSENGER: Frances V. McDowell

AGE: 40

SEAT BELT: Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont

INJURIES: Suspected Serious Injuries

HOSPITAL: Porter Medical Center

 

PASSENGER: Crystal L. Mayo

AGE: 42

SEAT BELT: Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont

INJURIES: Suspected Serious Injuries

HOSPITAL: University of Vermont Medical Center

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2025

VEHICLE MAKE: Nissan

VEHICLE MODEL: Altima

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On September 14^th, 2026,  at approximately 1859 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of a motor vehicle crash on US Route 7 near the intersection with Lime Kiln Road in the Town of New Haven. Through investigation, it was determined that Vehicle #1 was traveling northbound on US Route 7 before exiting the roadway, traveling onto the northbound shoulder, striking a telephone pole, and overturning. The operator of Vehicle #1, Sabrina A. Prim (32) of Vergennes, Vermont, was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash.

 

US Route 7 was closed at the location of the crash for approximately 3 hours while members of VSP processed the scene. The Vermont State Police were assisted by the Vergennes Police Department, the Addison County Sheriff’s Department, the Middlebury Police Department, the Vergennes Fire Department, the New Haven Fire Department, the Bristol Rescue Squad, Middlebury Regional EMS, and MiddState Towing.

 

The cause of the crash is still under investigation and the Vermont State Police ask that anyone with information call VSP’s New Haven Barracks at 802-388-4919. Anonymous tips may be submitted online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit. 

 

Rutland Barracks / DUI

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B4007028

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Eric Jakubowski                      

STATION: Rutland Barracks             

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: September 15, 2026, at 0519 hours

INCIDENT VT RT 103, near Shunpike Road, Mt. Holly, VT

VIOLATION: Driving Under the Influence

 

ACCUSED: Frank Castaneda

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ludlow, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 0519 hours, Frank Castaneda called 911 from RT 103 in Mt. Holly, reporting a flat tire and requesting assistance. Troopers from the Rutland State Police Barracks responded, along with Ludlow Police, who secured the scene until VSP arrived.

 

During interaction with Castaneda, signs of impairment were observed. He was subsequently arrested and transported to the Rutland Barracks for processing.

 

Castaneda was processed and issued a citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court - Rutland Criminal Division on October 5, 2026, at 1000 hours to answer charges of Driving Under the Influence.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: October 5, 2026, at 1000      

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Rutland Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: YES

 

Traffic Alert - US Route 7 (Ethan Allen Highway), New Haven

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
New Haven 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
US Route 7 (Ethan Allen Highway), New Haven has both lanes obstructed in the area of Between Route 17 and Town Hill Road 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.

Westminster Barracks / Multiple Arrests and Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1008127

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Peter Romeo

STATION: Westminster Barracks                     

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 09/14/2026 – 5:14 PM

INCIDENT LOCATION: Canal Street, Brattleboro, VT

 

ACCUSED: Lorenzo Ward

AGE: 30

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Higganum, CT

VIOLATION: Fentanyl Trafficking, Possession of Heroin 2+ Grams, False Information to Police, Conspiracy

 

ACCUSED: Maria Saez

AGE: 26

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Madison, CT

VIOLATION: Fentanyl Trafficking, Possession of Heroin 2+ Grams, False Information to Police, Conspiracy

 

ACCUSED: Wayne Griffis

AGE: 67

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Brattleboro, VT

VIOLATION: False Information to Police

 

ACCUSED: Alex Raymond

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Keene, NH

VIOLATION: False Information to Police

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 09/14/2026 at approximately 5:14 PM, a Trooper assigned to the Westminster Barracks conducted a motor vehicle stop on Canal Street in the town of Brattleboro, VT. During a search of the vehicle approximately 196 bags of suspected fentanyl and/or heroin were located in the vehicle. Through investigation, it was determined that the operator, Alex Raymond (20) and a passenger Wayne Griffis (67) had provided false information to law enforcement. Two additional passengers, Lorenzo Ward (30) and Maria Saez (26) had committed the offenses of Fentanyl Trafficking, Possession of Heroin 2+ Grams, False Information to Police, and Conspiracy. All occupants were transported to the Westminster Barracks for processing. Ward and Saez were lodged at the Southern State Correctional Facility and issued criminal citations to appear before the Windham County Superior Court on 09/15/2026 at 12:30 PM for the aforementioned charges. Griffis and Raymond were issued criminal citations to appear before the Windham County Superior Court on 11/10/2026 at 8:30 AM for the aforementioned charges.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/15/2026 – 12:30 PM and 11/10/2026– 8:30 AM

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Windham Criminal Division

LODGED – Yes (Ward and Saez)

BAIL: $10,000 (Ward) $5,000 (Saez)

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.

 

St. Albans Barracks / Arrest on Warrant, Resisting Arrest

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

             

CASE#: 26A2006089

TROOPER:  Adam Martin                           

STATION: St Albans Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 09/14/2026 at approximately 1901 hours

LOCATION: Main Street Richford, VT

VIOLATION: Arrest on Warrant & Resisting Arrest

 

ACCUSED: Craig Fuller

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Richford, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On September 14^th, 2026, at approximately 1901 hours Troopers from the Vermont State Police - St. Albans Barracks were conducting patrol on Main Street in the Town of Richford when Craig Fuller (41) of Richford, VT was observed walking on the sidewalk. Fuller was known by Troopers to have multiple active warrants for his arrest.

 

When Troopers contacted Fuller and attempted to take him into custody, Fuller attempted to flee from Troopers on foot. Troopers quickly apprehended Fuller and took him into custody without further incident. Fuller was then transported to Northwest State Correctional Facility in the Town of St. Albans where he was held on $1,250 bail. Fuller was additionally issued a flash citation ordering Fuller to appear before the Franklin County Criminal Court on September 15^th, 2026, at 1300 hours and issued a citation to appear at a later date for the charge of resisting arrest.

 

The active warrants contained the charges of:

 

• 13 VSA 2575(1) & 13 VSA 2577(a) Misdemeanor VT 1 RETAIL THEFT - $250 OR LESS x2
• 23 VSA 601(g) 1 DRIVING WITHOUT A LICENSE
• 9 VSA 4043(b) Misdemeanor 1 FRAUD - CREDIT CARD USE > $50
• 13 VSA 2502 1 PETIT LARCENY $900 OR LESS

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE: 09/15/2026 at 1300 hours             

COURT: Franklin County Criminal Court

LODGED – LOCATION: Northwest State Correctional Facility        

BAIL: $1,250

MUG SHOT: None

 

 

Trooper Adam Martin (221)

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

(802)524-5993

Adam.martin@vermont.gov

 

Derby Barracks / DUI Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5005251

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Jacob Shores                            

STATION:  Derby                   

CONTACT#: 802 334 8881

 

DATE/TIME: 09/11/2026 @ 0011 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 114, Warrens Gore, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #1

 

ACCUSED: Dante Belen                                          

AGE: 26

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Conway, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police received a report of a single vehicle crash on VT Route 114 in Warrens Gore, VT. Troopers arrived on scene, and the operator was identified as Dante Belen (26) of Conway, NH. Indicators of impairment were observed on Belen, and he was subsequently taken into custody for suspicion of DUI. Belen was transported to the Derby Barracks for Processing and later released on a citation to appear in court.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:    09/29/2026 @ 0830 hours        

COURT: Orleans County Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A 

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: 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 Jacob Shores

Vermont State Police

Troop A – Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Road

Derby, Vermont 05829

Jacob.Shores@vermont.gov

(802) 334-8881

 

 

 

 

Trooper Jacob Shores

Vermont State Police

Troop A – Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Road

Derby, Vermont 05829

Jacob.Shores@vermont.gov

(802)-334-8881

 

RE: Traffic Alert - Ethan Allen Hwy between S Middlebrook and Lime Kiln - Roadway has been reopened

 

Ethan Allen Hwy between S Middlebrook and Lime Kiln has been reopened at this time.

 

Please drive carefully. 

 

 

From: Deslauriers, Katherine via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Monday, September 14, 2026 7:12 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - Ethan Allen Hwy between S Middlebrook and Lime Kiln

 

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
New Haven 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Ethan Allen Hwy between S Middlebrook and Lime Kiln has both lanes obstructed in the area of powerlines down after rollover crash 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.

Royalton Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASES#:26B2005206

RANK/TROOPER NAMES: Trooper Nathan Rode

STATION: Royalton Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATES/TIMES: 9-14-2026 at approximately 1626 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Near 212 River St, in the Town of Bethel, VT

VIOLATION(S):

1. False Information to a Police Officer x2
2. Fugitive from Justice

-Theft by Unauthorized Taking 2 Prior Convictions

-Possess Prescription Drugs

-Control Drug: Schedule 1-4 Possession x2

 

ACCUSED: Tiffany Wyman                                    

AGE: 37

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Enfield, NH

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers with the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks were dispatched to a domestic disturbance in the town of Bethel, VT.  Troopers were notified that Tiffany Wyman (37) had an extraditable warrant from New Hampshire for Theft, Possession of Prescription Drugs, and Possession of Controlled Drugs. It was also learned Wyman used a false name multiple times to a Police Officer in the state of Vermont. Wyman was placed under arrest for being a Fugitive from Justice and multiple counts of False Information to a Police Officer. Wyman was cited to appear in Windsor County Criminal Court on 9-15-2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 9-15-2026 at 1230PM           

COURT: Windsor

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

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.

 

Trooper Nathan Rode

Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks

2011 VT-107

Bethel, VT 05032

Barracks: 802-234-9933

Email: nathan.rode@vermont.gov