Berlin Barracks / Theft- Request for Information

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5007049

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper Job Moise                        

STATION: Berlin                    

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 8/22/2026 at 0827 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 4061 Main St. Waitsfield, VT

VIOLATION: Theft

 

ACCUSED: Pending                                      

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police received a report regarding the theft of trailhead signs in Waitsfield, Fayston, and Warren, Vermont. Subsequent investigation indicated that the signs were removed by unscrewing the clear plastic protectors and removing the dog signs and trial maps from inside. The Executive Director of the Mad River Path Association is seeking assistance in recovering the stolen trailhead signs. Please see the attached photo for reference on one type of sign stolen. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Trooper Moise at the Berlin State Police Barracks at (802) 229-9191 or submit a tip through the Vermont State Police website.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Pending

 

 

Kindly,

 

Trooper Job Moise (234)

Vermont State Police

Troop A - Berlin

578 Paine Tpke N., Berlin, VT

802-229-9191 (Barracks)

 

Berlin barracks / Simple assault

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3007054

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Job Moise                            

STATION:  Berlin Barracks                   

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 08/23/2026 Approximately 1416 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 169 School Street, #12  Plainfield, VT

VIOLATION: Simple Assault

 

ACCUSED: LANCE BOARDMAN                                             

AGE: 53

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Plainfield, VT

 

VICTIM: Marie Baril

AGE: 56

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: East Montpelier, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Vermont State Police received a report that Lance Bordman was assaulted by Marie Baril in Plainfield, VT. Subsequent investigation indicated Boardman assaulted Baril at the above address on 08/21/2026. Bordman was cited on 08/23/2026 for Simple assault.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/24/2026 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court- Washington Criminal Division

LODGED: N

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N

 

 

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

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

 

 

 

Kindly,

 

Trooper Job Moise (234)

Vermont State Police

Troop A - Berlin

578 Paine Tpke N., Berlin, VT

802-229-9191 (Barracks)

 

Rutland Barracks / MV Crash

STATE OF VERMONT 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY 

VERMONT STATE POLICE 

 

NEWS RELEASE 

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH 

 

CASE#: 26B4006345  

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Caden Lockwood 

STATION: Rutland  

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101 

 

DATE/TIME: On 08/20/2026, at approximately 1101 hours 

STREET: VT Route 22a 

TOWN: Benson 

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Coates Hill Rd 

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A 

WEATHER: Cloudy 

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry 

 

VEHICLE #1  

OPERATOR: Keni Williamson 

AGE: 28 

SEAT BELT? Yes 

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Kannapolis, NC 

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2007 

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford 

VEHICLE MODEL: Focus 

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Severe Front End Damage 

INJURIES: Possible Moderate Injuries 

HOSPITAL: Rutland Regional Medical Center 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On 08/20/2026, at approximately 1101 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks responded to a single-vehicle crash on VT Route 22a near Coates Hill Rd. The investigation found that Operator #1, Keni Williamson, fell asleep at the wheel, causing the vehicle to leave the roadway, collide with multiple trees, and roll over. Both Williamson and her passenger were transported to Rutland Regional Medical Center for suspected moderate injuries. 

The Vermont State Police were assisted by Granville Rescue, Fair Haven Rescue, and the Fair Haven Police Department. Carrara’s Towing secured the vehicle. 

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: N/A 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A 

MUG SHOT: N/A 

COURT ACTION: No 

COURT: N/A 

COURT DATE/TIME: N/A 

*Please note:  court date and time are subject to change at the discretion of the court. Please call the criminal court clerk to confirm the arraignment time. 

 

Derby Barracks / Shooting investigation

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A5004831

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Trooper Kyle Fecher

STATION: VSP Derby

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: About 2:05 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Under investigation

INCIDENT TYPE: Shooting with injury

 

VICTIM: Name withheld pending notification of relatives

AGE: 59

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Derby, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police is investigating and asking for the public’s assistance after a man was shot and injured early Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026.

 

The investigation began at about 2:05 a.m. when a 59-year-old man from Derby was dropped off at North Country Hospital in Newport with multiple gunshot wounds. The man was treated for serious injuries and airlifted to the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, where his condition is considered stable.

 

The victim and other individuals involved to whom the state police has spoken about this case have not provided significant details about what occurred, including the location where the man was shot.

 

This investigation is in its earliest stages and involves members of the Vermont State Police Major Crime Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigations and Field Force Division. The victim’s name is being withheld pending further investigation and notification of relatives.

 

VSP asks that anyone with information that might assist in this case call the Vermont State Police in Derby at 802-334-8881, or provide an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

No further details are currently available. The state police will provide updates as the case progresses.

 

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Westminster Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1007466

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Victor Elias                            

STATION: VSP-Westminster                     

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 08/22/2026 @ 1812 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Loop Rd, Newfane, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #4, Reckless Endangerment, Negligent Operation & Cruelty to a Child

 

ACCUSED: Paul B. Mason

AGE: 60

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newfane, VT

 

PASSENGER: Juvenile #1

AGE: 4

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newfane, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police responded to an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) crash located near Loop Road, in the Town of Newfane, Windham County, Vermont. Through investigation it was determined that Paul B. Mason (60) of Newfane, VT operated an ATV and crashed, causing injury to him and to Juvenile #1 who was riding with him. After further investigation, State Police observed signs of impairment from Mason and he was subsequently arrested and transported to the Westminster Barracks for further processing. Mason was later issued conditions of release and a citation to appear in court for the above charges.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

BAIL: NO

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/24/2026 @ 1230 hrs

COURT: Windham Superior Court - Criminal Division

MUG SHOT:  NOT INCLUDED

 

 

 

Williston Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

            

CASE#: 26A1006363

TROOPER:  Trooper Brandon Sweet                                      

STATION: Williston Barracks                   

CONTACT#: (802) 878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: August 22, 2026 at approximately 1900 hours

LOCATION: VT Route 15 / Mansfield Ave, Cambridge

 

ACCUSED: Jacob Yetto                                        

AGE: 27

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Fairfax, Vermont

VIOLATION:

• DUI #2
• Violation of Conditions of Release
• Operating with a Criminally Suspended License #3

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On August 22, 2026 at approximately 1900 hours, Vermont State Police conducted a traffic stop on VT Route 15 and Mansfield Ave after for multiple observed equipment violations.  The operator of the vehicle was identified as Jacob Yetto (27) of Fairfax.  While speaking with Yetto, Troopers detected indicators of impairment and further investigation determined Yetto was operating with a criminally suspended license and violating court ordered conditions of release. 

 

Yetto was subsequently arrested for the suspicion of DUI and transported to the Morrisville Police Department for processing.  Yetto was later released with a citation to appear at the Lamoille County Superior Court on August 24, 2026 at 1230 hours to answer to the above charges.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: August 24, 2026 at 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.

 

 

 

 

Trooper Brandon Sweet & K9 Havok

Vermont State Police - Williston

3294 St. George Road

Williston, VT 05495

(802) 878-7111

 

Williston Barracks / Cruelty to a Child

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1005981

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michelle Archer                            

STATION: Vermont State Police - Williston                    

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: August 9, 2026 / 1044 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Elmore

VIOLATION: Cruelty to a Child by a person over the age of 16

 

ACCUSED: Chelsea M. Otis                                               

AGE: 39

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Elmore, 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 the above date and time, the Vermont State Police initiated an investigation into allegations of child abuse against Chelsea M. Otis (39) of Elmore, VT. Investigation determined during a singular incident, Otis endangered the wellbeing of a juvenile in her care. She was cited to appear in Lamoille County Superior Court - Criminal Division on August 24, 2026 at 1230 hours.

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: August 24, 2026 / 1230 hours            

COURT: Lamoille County Superior Court - Criminal Division

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.

Berlin Barracks / Suspicious Package

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3007048

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Daniel Bohnyak                        

STATION: Berlin                  

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 08/22/2026 0822 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Northfield Post Office, Northfield, Vermont

VIOLATION: Suspicious Package

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 08/22/2026 the Vermont State Police responded to a suspicious package incident at the Northfield Post Office.  Vermont State Police Bomb Squad responded, determined the package was safe, and there was no threat to the public.  The Vermont State Police thanks the Northfield Police Department, Northfield Fire Department, and Northfield Ambulance for their assistance. 

 

Royalton Barracks / Request for Information

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2004684

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr Clark                            

STATION: Royalton                    

CONTACT#: (802) 234-9933

DATE/TIME: 08/22/26 // 1003hrs

INCIDENT LOCATION: Mill Rd, Bridgewater

VIOLATION: Theft

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 08/22/26 at 1003hrs, Vermont State Police in Royalton received a report regarding the theft of a utility trailer from the west end of the Bridgewater Mill parking lot on Mill Rd in Bridgewater.

The trailer is an open utility style unit, approximately twenty feet long, with low sides and a ramp at the rear, black in color. The registration information is unknown at the time of this press release.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks at (802) 234-9933 or submit a tip via the link below.

https://vsp.vermont.gov/prevention/tipsubmit

Royalton Barracks / Violation of Abuse Prevention Order

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2004671

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ivan Michels                           

STATION: Royalton Barracks            

CONTACT#: (802) 234 9933

 

DATE/TIME: 08/21/2026 at 1927 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 100 Shute Rd, Hartland VT 05048

VIOLATION: Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order

 

 

ACCUSED: Gregory Doston                                            

AGE: 48

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Hartland, VT

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

AGE: 35

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Hartland, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 08/21/2026, Vermont State Police Royalton received a report that Gregory Doston had violated the conditions of an Abuse Prevention Order. Upon further investigation it was determined Doston had violated conditions of the order. He was arrested and transported back to the barracks for processing, issued a citation into Windsor County Court at on 08/24/2026 at 1230 hours, and released into the custody of Probation and Parole.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/24/26 at 1230 hours          

COURT: Windsor County Criminal Division 

LODGED - LOCATION: Southern State Correctional Facility

BAIL: $5,000

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 Ivan Michels

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks – Troop B

2011 VT Route 107

Bethel, VT 05032

802-234-9933

 

Traffic alert – US Route 5 S, Fairlee

 

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

St Johnsbury

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

 

US Route 5 S in Fairlee is shut down in the area of Ely Rd due to a crash.

 

This incident is expected to last for 2-4 hrs. Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate. 

 

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

 

 

Williston Barracks/Negligent Operation

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1006327

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Tyler Silva                            

STATION: Williston                      

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

DATE/TIME:

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 North, Exit 11, Richmond, VT

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation

ACCUSED: Jacob Latulippe-Watson                                                

AGE: 21

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barre, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On August 21, 2026, at approximately 1846 hours, Troopers assigned to the Williston Barracks were conducting traffic enforcement along I-89 near Exit 11 in the Town of Richmond when they observed a vehicle travelling northbound at a high rate of speed. The vehicle's speed was recorded at 104 MPH in a posted 65 MPH using a radar device.

A traffic stop was initiated on the vehicle, and the operator was identified a Jacob Latulippe-Watson (21) of Barre, VT. Latulippe-Watson was released on citation to appear at the Chittenden County Superior Court-Criminal Division on October 8, 2026, at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of negligent operation. Latulippe-Watson was also issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint pursuant to Title 23 VSA 1004 (Interstate Speed) which carries a waiver penalty of $586 and 2 points.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/8/26 at 0830 hours          

COURT: Chittenden

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.

Tpr. Tyler Silva & K9 Grimm

Vermont State Police

A Troop-Williston

3294 St. George Road

Williston, Vermont 05495

Tel: 802-878-7111

St. Albans Barracks / Request for Information

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2005475

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Carson Cowhig

STATION: St. Albans Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 08/21/2026 0746 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Enosburgh, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On August 21^st, 2026, at approximately 0746 hours, an incident at Sticks and Stuff in Enosburgh, VT, was reported to the Vermont State Police.

  

The Vermont State Police are asking for assistance from the public in identifying the individual attached. If anyone recognizes the individual, we ask you to contact the Vermont State Police in St. Albans 802-524-5993 or the tip line.

https://vsp.vermont.gov/prevention/tipsubmit

 

 

 

Trooper Carson Cowhig

Vermont State Police 

St. Albans Field Station

140 Fisher Pond Rd. 

St. Albans, VT 05478

(802)-524-5993

B Troop / DLS Criminal Incidents

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE 

NEWS RELEASE – DLS INCIDENTS 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

For the week of Wednesday, August 12, through Tuesday, August 18, 2026, the troopers of B Troop cited the following individuals on suspicion of driving with a criminally suspended license: 

William O. Wright, 42, of Addison, VT, was stopped by Trooper Taylor Demick on Route 66 in the Town of Waltham on August 17^th, 2026, at 4:27 PM. He is cited to appear at the Superior Court of Addison County on October 12^th, 2026.

 

Scott C. Blaise, 54, of New Haven, VT was stopped by Trooper Jonathan Raymond on Plank Road in Ferrisburgh on August 15^th, 2026, at 9:19 PM. He is cited to appear at the Superior Court of Addison County on October 12^th, 2026.

B Troop consists of the Vermont State Police barracks in New Haven, Royalton, Rutland, Shaftsbury, and Westminster.

 

 

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 26A4008684

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper Chris Santic                     

STATION:  St. Johnsbury                  

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 08/20/2026 at 2353 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 586 Lower Pln, Bradford, VT

VIOLATION: DUI Refusal

 

ACCUSED: Ashley Bellamy

AGE: 37

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lyme, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were on routine patrol in the town of Bradford, VT. Troopers observed a motor vehicle violation and subsequently conducted a motor vehicle stop. During the stop, Troopers detected signs of impairment. Bellamy was arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Bradford Barracks for processing. Bellamy was later issued a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court – Criminal Division and released.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/09/2026 at 0830 hours          

COURT: Orange 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 Chris Santic

Vermont State Police-St. Johnsbury

1068 US RT 5, Suite 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont

Phone: (802) 748-3111 ext 3

 

New Haven Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B5003655

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Iain Carr

STATION: New Haven Barracks

CONTACT#: (802) 388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 8/20/26, 1810 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Hardscrabble Rd, Bristol, VT

VIOLATION: Arrest on Warrant

 

 

ACCUSED: Dean Heffernan

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bristol, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 8/20/26 at approximately 1810 hours, Troopers from the New Haven Barracks were on routine patrol in Bristol, VT. Troopers made contact with Dean Heffernan (42) on Hardscrabble Rd, in the Town of Bristol. Troopers found that Heffernan had an outstanding in-state warrant for failing to appear. Heffernan was placed under arrest without incident, transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing, and subsequently lodged at Marble Valley Correctional Facility in lieu of $200 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 8/21/26, 1230 hours

COURT: Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Y

BAIL: $200

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.

Berlin Barracks / Possession of Controlled Substance

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3007009

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Abigail Sikora                            

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 08/20/2026 at approximately 1920 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: George Jewett Road, Marshfield

VIOLATION: Possession of Controlled Substance

 

ACCUSED: John Winston                                              

AGE: 73

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Marshfield, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 08/20/2026, at approximately 1920 hours, Vermont State Police received a report of a single vehicle crash. Subsequent investigation revealed that the operator, John Winston, 73, of Marshfield, Vermont, was in possession of controlled substances and was transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Winston was issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Washington County – Criminal Division on 10/15/2026 at 0830 hours to answer to the aforementioned charge.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/15/2026 at 0830 Hours           

COURT: Washington 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.

Berlin Barracks / Impeding Public Officers / Enabling Consumption by Minors

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3006731

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alyssa Nozka                             

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 08/09/2026 at 0043 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: County Rd, East Montpelier, VT

 

ACCUSED: Lucky Boardman                                 

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Berlin, VT

VIOLATION: Impeding Public Officers / Enabling Consumption by Minors

 

ACCUSED: Sophie Bowater                                

AGE: 55

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Middlesex, VT

VIOLATION: Enabling Consumption by Minors

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to County Road in the Town of East Montpelier, Vermont, for a report of an underage drinking party. While on scene, Lucky Boardman (42) impeded Troopers in the course of their ongoing investigation and enabled the consumption of alcohol by minors. Sophie Bowater (55) also arrived on scene and enabled the consumption of alcohol by minors. Boardman and Bowater were issued citations to appear in Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on September 10, 2026, at 08:30 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  09/10/2026 at 0830 hours          

COURT: Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED: N/A    

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NOT INCLUDED

 

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

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