Saint Johnsbury Barracks/ Aggravated Domestic and VCOR

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4006591

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jacob Fox and Matthew Salazar                         

STATION: St. Johnsbury              

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 06/19/2026 @ 1837 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: St. Johnsbury, VT

VIOLATION: 2^nd Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault & VCOR

 

ACCUSED: Robbie Garand                                              

AGE: 67

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St. Johnsbury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a domestic disturbance in the town of St. Johnsbury. Through investigation, it was determined that Robbie Garand (67), committed the offenses of second degree aggravated domestic assault and was also in violation of his court ordered conditions of release. Garand was subsequently taken into custody and transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Garand was later issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court – Criminal Division and lodged at Northeast Correctional Complex.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/22/2026 @ 1230 hours        

COURT: Caledonia

LODGED - LOCATION: NECC

BAIL: Held Without

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.

 

Re: Traffic Alert - Vt Route 15 in Jericho

Both lanes of travel have re-opened. Drive safe.

Kai Smith

Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Vermont State Police - Williston PSAP

3294 St George Road

Williston, VT 05495

Phone - 1(802)878-7111

Fax - 1(802)878-3173

 

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Kai Smith

Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Vermont State Police - Williston PSAP

3294 St George Road

Williston, VT 05495

Phone - 1(802)878-7111

Fax - 1(802)878-3173

 

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State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Vt Route 15 in Jericho has both lanes obstructed in the area of River 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.

Traffic Alert - Vt Route 15 in Jericho

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Vt Route 15 in Jericho has both lanes obstructed in the area of River 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.

Berlin Barracks/ Agg Assault, Criminal Threatening, Unlawful Mischief

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3004868

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Mae Murdock                             

STATION: Berlin                    

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: June 19, 2026, at approximately 1222

INCIDENT LOCATION: 42 Union St

VIOLATION: Aggravated Assault, Criminal Threatening, Unlawful Mischief

 

ACCUSED: Samantha Gray                                                

AGE: 32

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, VT

 

VICTIM: Eric Gross

AGE: 46

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers with the Berlin Barracks received a report of a citizen dispute in the area of 42 Union St, Waterbury, VT. Upon arrival, Troopers identified Samantha Gray (32) of Waterbury, VT. Subsequent investigation revealed Samantha committed the above-mentioned offenses.

 

Samantha was placed under arrest and transported to the Berlin Barracks. She was ordered Held Without Bail by the Honorable Court. Samantha is ordered to appear in Washington County Criminal Division on June 22, 2026, at 1230 hours to answer to the above-mentioned offenses.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: June 22, 2026, at 1230 hours           

COURT: Washington County

LODGED - LOCATION: Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility      

BAIL: Held without bail

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.

Royalton Barracks / Disturbing peace by use of telephone or other electronic communications

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE: 26B2003036

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Robidoux                       

STATION: Royalton Barracks                    

CONTACT: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 06/18/2026 at approximately 1633 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Royalton, Vermont

VIOLATION: Disturbing peace by use of telephone or other electronic communications

 

ACCUSED: James Champany                                        

AGE: 40

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Royalton, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 06/18/2026, at approximately 1633 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks received a report of numerous unwanted communications directed at an individual located in Royalton, Vermont. Troopers investigated the incident and found probable cause that James Champany (age 40) of Royalton, Vermont committed the aforementioned offense. Champany was issued a criminal citation and released to answer to the above charge at Windsor County Superior Court Criminal Division on 07/28/2026 at 0830 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/28/2026 at 0830 hours       

COURT: Windsor County Superior Court- Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

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

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

 

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Michael Robidoux

Vermont State Police

Email: michael.robidoux@vermont.gov

Phone: 802-234-9933

Williston Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1004611

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Shawn Morrow                             

STATION: Williston                   

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: June 19, 2026 at approximately 0948 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Hollis Lane, Jericho

VIOLATION:

 

- 1^st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault

- Unlawful Restraint

- Simple Assault (x2)

 

ACCUSED: Michael Brown                                               

AGE: 56

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Jericho, 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 June 19, 2026 at approximately 0948 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police responded to a report of an active domestic dispute at a residence in the town of Jericho.

 

Investigation revealed that Michael Brown (56) was armed with a deadly weapon and threatened to use the weapon on a household member. During this time, Brown also restrained the victim from leaving a room in the residence. Prior to police arrival on scene, Brown assaulted two other family members who were in the residence.

 

Brown was taken into custody without incident and brought to the Vermont State Police Williston Barracks for processing. Brown was issued court-imposed conditions of release and released with a citation to appear at the Chittenden County Superior Court to answer the aforementioned charge(s).

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/22/2026 at 0830 hours            

COURT: Chittenden

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. Johnsbury Barracks / False Public Alarms

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4006559

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:   Trooper Adam Aremburg                          

STATION:      St. Johnsbury               

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 06/19/2026 at approximately 1032 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Weidmann Electrical Technology

VIOLATION:  False Public Alarms

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 06/19/2026 at approximately 1032 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of a bomb threat at the Weidmann Electrical Technology facility in St. Johnsbury.  Personnel from Weidmann discovered the threat scrawled in a bathroom stall and called police at about 1032 hours. St Johnsbury Fire Department and Calex Ambulance were also notified and placed on standby.

 

The facility was evacuated out of an abundance of caution, and police initiated a search of all the buildings. Police have since finished their search following the threat, and nothing out of the ordinary was located.  Crews have cleared the scene, and the business will reopen.

 

This is a fourth similar event in recent months, and state police is investigating whether all the incidents are related. This investigation remains active and ongoing, and no further details are available at this time. The state police encourages anyone with information to call the St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111 or leave an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

VSP will provide updates as the investigation proceeds.

 

 

 

 

Trooper Adam Aremburg

VT State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US Route 5, Suite 1

St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

802.748.3111

 

Berlin Barracks / Domestic Assault

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3004864

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alexis Marciniak                          

STATION: Berlin Barracks                     

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 06/19/2026 at 9:51 AM

INCIDENT LOCATION: Limehurst Mobile Home Park, Williamstown, VT

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Jason A. Johnstone

AGE: 45

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Williamstown, VT

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 06/19/2026, at approximately 9:51 AM, the Vermont State Police received a report of a domestic assault that occurred in the Limehurst Mobile Home Park in the Town of Williamstown, Orange County, Vermont. Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to the scene. Investigation revealed that 45-year-old Jason A. Johnstone caused bodily injury to a household member. Johnstone was arrested without incident and transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. He was later released with a criminal citation and conditions of release. He is scheduled to appear at the Vermont Superior Court, Orange County, Criminal Division on 06/22/2026, at 1230 hours, to answer to the charge of Domestic Assault.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/22/2026 at 1230 hours   

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Orange County, Criminal Division

LODGED : N

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.

Derby Barracks / Aggravated Domestic Assault / Unlawful Restraint.

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5003320

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jesse Nash                          

STATION:  Derby                   

CONTACT#: 802 334 8881

 

DATE/TIME: 06/17/2026 @ approximately 1004 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Derby

VIOLATION: 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault / Unlawful restraint.

 

ACCUSED: Shawn Turnbaugh

AGE: 39

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Derby, Vermont

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 06/17/2026 at approximately 1004 hours, the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks received a report of a possible domestic assault that had occurred in the Town of Derby.  Through investigation it was revealed the accused, Shawn Turnbaugh, unlawfully restrained and caused serious bodily harm to a household member. Turnbaugh was located without incident, placed under arrest and charged with the offense(s) of 1st degree aggravated domestic assault and unlawful restraint.  Turnbaugh was transported to the Derby Barracks for processing and later to Northern State. Correctional Facility where he was held without bail. Turnbaugh is required to appear in court on 06/18/2026 at 1230 hours to answer to the above charges.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/18/2026 @ 1230 hours

COURT: Orleans Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: Northern State Correctional Facility

BAIL: Held without

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

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

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

 

Trooper Jesse Nash

Vermont State Police

Troop A – Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Rd

Jesse.Nash@Vermont.Gov

(802) 334-8881

 

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Single Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A4006420                                           

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                                 

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: June 16, 2026, at approximately 0632 hours

STREET: VT Route 113

TOWN: West Fairlee

CROSS STREETS: Beanville Rd

WEATHER:       Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Black top, dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Andrew Reese

AGE: 36     

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Hartford, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2025

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet

VEHICLE MODEL: Trax

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Major front end

INJURIES: None

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On June 16, 2026, at approximately 0632 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a single vehicle crash into a tree on VT Route 113 in West Fairlee. Troopers responded to the scene and determined the operator, Andrew Reese, failed to maintain his lane, exiting the East side of the road and striking a tree. Reese was issued two VCVCs for violations of Title 23 VSA 1038 (Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic) and Title 23 VSA 601 (No License). Troopers were assisted by members of the West Fairlee Fire Department and Upper Valley Ambulance.

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint _______7132526___7132527____ T23 VSA __601_1038____

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Two Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A4006393                                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                                       

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: June 15, 2026, at approximately 1553 hours

STREET: US Route 5 S

TOWN: Newbury

CROSS STREETS: Moore Hill Rd

WEATHER:        Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Black top, dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Werner Hegemann

AGE: 69    

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newbury, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2005

VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota

VEHICLE MODEL: Tacoma

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: None

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Michael Gusha

AGE: 51      

SEAT BELT? N

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2013

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevy

VEHICLE MODEL: Silverado

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Moderate front end damage

INJURIES: None

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On June 15, 2026, at approximately 1553 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a reported two vehicle crash on US Route 5 S near Moore Hill Rd in Newbury. Troopers determined a Toyota Tacoma suffered a mechanical failure resulting in the loss of brakes. The Toyota began to go off the West side of the road. The operator of the Toyota, Werner Hegemann, turned East to get back onto the road, resulting in a collision with a Chevrolet Silverado being operated by Michael Gusha. No injuries were reported as a result of the crash. Hegemann was issued a VCVC for violation of Title 23 VSA 1222.

 

Troopers were assisted by members of the Newbury Fire Department and Woodsville Ambulance.

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint _____7132485_____ T23 VSA ___1222____

Derby Barracks / Request for Information

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#:25A5003331

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Richard Berlandy                            

STATION: Derby                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 06/18/2026 @ 0817

INCIDENT LOCATION: Nelson Hill Rd, Derby, VT

VIOLATION: Operation without Owners Consent

 

ACCUSED: Under investigation                                              

 

VICTIM: Michael Abel

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Derby, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 06/18/2026 at approximately 0817 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report from Michael Abel advising someone stole his vehicle from a residence on Nelson Hill Rd.  Abel reported the vehicle to be a silver 2014 Toyota Prius. Investigations revealed the vehicle was taken sometime after 1900 hours on 06/17/2026 and the vehicle was located on 06/18/2026 at approximately 0854 hours.

 

Anyone with any information regard the incident is encouraged to contact Trooper Richard Berlandy and the Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881. Anonymous tips may be provided online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.   

 

 

Trooper Richard Berlandy

Vermont State Police | Troop A - Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Rd, Derby, VT 05829

802.334.8881 | Richard.berlandy@vermont.gov

 

 

Traffic Alert - Interstate 89 NB

 State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Interstate 89 NB has one lane obstructed in the area of mm86.2 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.

*UPDATED RELEASE-Shaftsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

****UPDATED PRESS RELEASE****

 

Upon further investigation, it was determined that Deborah A. Talbot had violated previously imposed conditions of release. As a result, Talbot was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury Barracks for processing. Following processing, Talbot was released on a new set of court-ordered conditions and issued a criminal citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court, Bennington Criminal Division, on June 18, 2026, at 1230 hours.

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

        

CASE#: 26B3003313

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Craig Negrin                             

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                      

CONTACT#: (802)442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: June 16th, 2026, at approximately 1944 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lamb Road / Elm Street, North Bennington, Vermont

VIOLATION: Eluding a Police Officer

 

ACCUSED: Deborah A. Talbot                                             

AGE: 63

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury Center, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police received reports of a suspicious vehicle traveling on Mattison Road in the North Bennington/Shaftsbury area. The vehicle was described as a dark-colored pickup truck displaying a red and white star on the doors. An alert was subsequently broadcast to law enforcement personnel advising them to be on the lookout for the vehicle and investigate any sightings or contact with it. 

 

Troopers from the Shaftsbury Barracks subsequently observed a vehicle matching the description traveling westbound on Vermont Route 67 before turning onto Lamb Road in the town of Shaftsbury. While observing the vehicle, troopers witnessed several motor vehicle violations and attempted to conduct a traffic stop by activating their emergency lights. The operator failed to stop and instead accelerated away from troopers at a high rate of speed. Due to the inherent risk to public safety posed by a pursuit under the circumstances, troopers did not pursue the vehicle and instead continued the investigation through other means. 

 

Shortly thereafter, troopers from the Shaftsbury Barracks, assisted by members of the Bennington Police Department, located the vehicle in the town of North Bennington. Through investigation, the operator was identified as Deborah A. Talbot (63). Talbot was subsequently taken into custody and transported to the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury Barracks for processing. Talbot was later released with a criminal citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court, Bennington Criminal Division, on July 27, 2026, at 0830 hours. 

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: July 27th 2026, at 0830 hours             

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division 

LODGED - LOCATION:  N/A    

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

 

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

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

 

Shaftsbury Barracks Request for information

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 26B3003221

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Chad Johnson                

STATION:  Vermont State Police – Shaftsbury Barracks 

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 06/13/2026 @ approximately 0315 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 67 East in the Town of Shaftsbury.

VIOLATION: Leaving the Scene of an Accident (LSA)

 

ACCUSED:  unknown

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On June 13, 2026, at approximately 03:15am Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Shaftsbury Barracks responded to a motor vehicle crash resulting in the damage to a telephone pole along VT Route 67 East in the town of Shaftsbury, VT. Investigation indicates a that pick-up truck had left the area after hitting and damaging a telephone pole.

 

The State Police is requesting the public's assistance in identifying the vehicle and the Operator involved in this crash. The vehicle would likely have front-end or rear passenger side body damage. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Vermont State Police – Shaftsbury Barracks at 802-442-5421.

 

 

Rutland Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

 

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

 

CASE#: 26B4004643

 

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Caden Lockwood                                

 

STATION: Rutland                     

 

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

 

DATE/TIME: 06/16/2026 at approximately 0117 hours

 

INCIDENT LOCATION: Clarendon, Vermont

 

VIOLATION: Possession of Stolen Property / DUI / Impeding Public Officers

 

 

ACCUSED: Steven Bogenschutz

 

AGE: 20

 

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT

 

 

 

VICTIM: Garvey Nissan of Clarendon, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On June 16, 2026, at approximately 0117 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks responded to a report of suspicious activity at Garvey Nissan in Clarendon, Vermont. Subsequent investigation revealed that the dealership had been burglarized. Multiple vehicles were stolen from the lot, and numerous other vehicles sustained damage.

 

Troopers located one of the stolen vehicles traveling on South Main Street in Rutland City. The operator was identified as Steven Bogenschutz, 20, of Rutland, Vermont. The vehicle entered the parking lot of the Quality Inn, where Bogenschutz exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot. He was subsequently apprehended and taken into custody.

 

During the investigation, Troopers observed several indicators of impairment. Bogenschutz was transported to the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks for processing and was later issued a citation to appear in the Criminal Division of the Rutland County Superior Court on July 6, 2026, at 1000 hours to answer to the charges of DUI, Possession of Stolen Property, and Impeding.

 

The investigation into the burglary remains ongoing.

 

 

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

 

BAIL: N/A

 

MUG SHOT: Yes 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

 

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division

 

COURT DATE/TIME: July 6th 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 arraignment time.

 

 

Williston Barracks / DUI Refusal

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1004561

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Foley                             

STATION: Williston                    

CONTACT#: (802) 878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: June 17^th, 2026 / 1928 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Rt 108 S / Old 108 Loop

VIOLATION: DUI Refusal

 

ACCUSED: Dustin Newell                                              

AGE: 47

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Johnson, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On June 17^th, 2026, at approximately 1928 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Williston Barracks were conducting RADAR speed enforcement along a section of VT Rt 108 S near Old 108 Loop. A vehicle was observed traveling at a rate of speed higher than the posted 40mph speed limit. RADAR was activated and confirmed a speed of 56mph, constituting a violation of Title 23 V.S.A. 1003, State Speed Zones.

 

A traffic stop was initiated, and the operator was identified as Dustin Newell, 47, of Johnson. While speaking with the operator, Troopers observed several indicators of impairment. Newell was screened and subsequently arrested for suspicion of DUI.

 

Newell was transported to the Morristown Police Department for processing. He was then released with a citation to appear in the Lamoille County Superior Court on July 8^th, 2026, at 1230 hours, to answer to the charge of DUI Refusal.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: July 8^th, 2026 / 1230 hours           

COURT: Lamoille

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.

St. Albans Barracks / Request for Information

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2003808

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jared Blair                           

STATION: St Albans Barracks                       

CONTACT#:  802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: June 13, 2026, at 2145 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Georgia Maplefields, Georgia, VT

VIOLATION: Retail Theft

 

ACCUSED:  Unknown                                          

 

VICTIM: Georgia Maplefields

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Georgia, Vt

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On June 13^th, 2026, at approximately 2145 hours the Vermont State Police were notified of a retail theft at the Georgia Maplefields in the town of Georgia. Staff there reported a young female had entered the store and then left the store without paying for an item. Photographs of the female suspect are attached.

 

Anyone with information related to this incident or the identity of the individual pictured is encouraged to contact Trooper Jared Blair and the St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993. Anonymous tips may be provided online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.   

 

 

 

 

St. Albans Barracks / VCOR x2

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2003546

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jared Blair                           

STATION: St Albans Barracks                       

CONTACT#:  802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: June 4, 2026, at 1149 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Browns Corner Rd, Franklin, VT

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release x2

 

ACCUSED:  Eric Smith                                          

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Swanton, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On June 4^th, 2026, at approximately 1149 hours the Vermont State Police were notified of a trespassing incident on Browns Corner Rd in the town of Franklin. During that investigation, Troopers found Eric Smith (42) to have violated an active set of Conditions of Release from the Franklin County Superior Court.

Multiple attempts to locate Smith were unsuccessful. At a later date, Smith was found to be currently lodged at Northwest State Correctional Facility and issued a citation to appear in the Franklin County Superior Court on July 28, 2026, at 0800 hours to answer the charge of Violations of Conditions of Release (Travel, Curfew, Contact, MV Operation).

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE / TIME:  July 28, 2026 / 0800 hours     

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court

LODGED: N/A   LOCATION: NWSCF

BAIL: N/A 

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

 

 

New Haven Barracks / DUI - Drug

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE               

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B5002584

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Josh Gurwicz

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT#: (802)388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 06/17/2026 at 1319 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US Route 7 / Woodman Court

TOWN/STATE: Waltham, Vermont

 

VIOLATIONS: DUI – Drug

 

ACCUSED: Kevin Odell

AGE: 47

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Middlebury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On June 17, 2026, at approximately 1319 hours, the Vermont State Police were notified of a single-vehicle property crash located on US Route 7 near the intersection with Woodman Court in the Town of Waltham. No injuries were reported. The operator was identified as Kevin Odell (47) of Middlebury, VT. While speaking to Odell, Troopers observed indicators of impairment.

 

Odell was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. At the conclusion of processing, Odell was released with a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division on August 24^th, 2026, at 1230 hours.      

 

Troopers were assisted on scene by members of the Vergennes Rescue Squad and Fire Department.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/24/2026 at 1230 hours          

COURT: Addison County Superior 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.