Update No. 1: Berlin Barracks / Fatal crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A3008926                            

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kevin Charney

STATION: Berlin Barracks                                 

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/2025 1554 hours

STREET: Plunkton Rd

TOWN: Warren

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Southview Rd

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry Gravel and Dirt

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Juvenile #1

AGE: 16   

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Duxbury, VT

 

PASSENGER: Gracie Dunbar

AGE: 14

SEAT BELT? N

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Duxbury, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2006

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Impreza

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Extensive front end damage

INJURIES: Minor Injuries and Fatality

HOSPITAL: Central Vermont Medical Center and University of Vermont Medical Center

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

The Vermont State Police is identifying the victim who died in this crash as 14-year-old Gracie Dunbar of Duxbury. 

 

The investigation into this incident is continuing, and no further information is currently available. 

 

 

***Initial news release, 12:25 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026***

On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police responded to Plunkton Rd at the intersection of Southview Rd in Warren for a reported single vehicle crash. Investigation determined Juvenile #1 was driving south bound on Plunkton Rd in a Subaru Impreza at a high rate of speed and lost control while negotiating a curve in the roadway. Juvenile #1’s vehicle left the right side of the roadway where it collided with a tree causing extensive damage to the passenger side front door and frame.

 

Juvenile #1 reported minor injuries in the crash and was transported to the Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC) in Berlin for further evaluation. Gracie Dunbar was flighted by Dartmouth Hitchcock Advanced Response Team (DHART) to the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC) in Burlington for major injuries. After lifesaving efforts Dunbar was pronounced deceased at UVMMC from the injuries she sustained during the crash.

 

The investigation into this incident is ongoing. There are no further details at this time.

 

 

 

New Haven Barracks/ DUI #1 Refusal

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE #: 26B5004560

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Sean Hauter

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, 1443 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US-7 & VT-22A, Ferrisburgh, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #1 Refusal

ACCUSED: Haylei Lawrence

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Jeffersonville, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 10/25/2026 at approximately 1443 hours, Troopers received a report of an erratic driver on US Route 7 in the Town of Ferrisburgh. Troopers located and stopped the vehicle near the intersection of VT Route 22A. The operator was identified as Haylei Lawrence (20) of Jeffersonville, VT. While speaking with Lawrence, Troopers detected indicators of impairment.

Lawrence was screened, placed under arrest, and transported to the Vergennes Police Department for processing. During processing, Lawrence refused to provide an evidentiary breath test. At the conclusion of processing, Lawrence was released with a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division at a later date.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/9/2026, 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.

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI & DLS

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4010839

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Nally                             

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/26 @ 0126 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Portland St, St. Johnsbury

VIOLATION: DUI & DLS

 

ACCUSED: Ashleigh Putnam                                              

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time Troopers from the Vermont State Police initiated a traffic stop based on multiple motor vehicle violations. Troopers made contact with the operator who was identified as Putnam. Investigation revealed that Putnam had operated under the influence and her license was currently criminally suspended. Putnam was taken into custody and transported to the Vermont State Police Barracks for processing. Putnam was later released on a citation.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/09/26 @ 0830 hours           

COURT: Caledonia

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 William Nally

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 # 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

802-748-3111

 

Royalton Barracks / Unlawful Mischief

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2006177

RANK/TROOPER NAME: Trooper Robidoux

STATION: Royalton Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, 8:15am

STREET: Harlow Hill   

TOWN: Randolph, VT

 

VIOLATION: Unlawful Mischief

ACCUSED: Kelsey Nott

AGE: 32

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Randolph, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 25^th, 2026, at approximately 8:15am, there was a disturbance at a residence on Harlow Hill in the Town of Randolph. During the investigation, it was determined that Kelsey Nott (32) of Randolph, VT caused damage to the victim’s truck. Nott was given a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court to answer to the charge of Unlawful Mischief.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/19/2026 at 8:30 AM           

COURT: Orange 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 the arraignment time.

 

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Michael Robidoux

Vermont State Police

Email: michael.robidoux@vermont.gov

Phone: 802-234-9933

Royalton Barracks / Unlawful Mischief

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2006177

RANK/TROOPER NAME: Trooper Robidoux

STATION: Royalton Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, 8:15am

STREET: Harlow Hill   

TOWN: Randolph, VT

 

VIOLATION: Unlawful Mischief

ACCUSED: Jacob Lapan

AGE: 35

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Randolph, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 25^th, 2026, at approximately 8:15am, there was a disturbance at a residence on Harlow Hill in the Town of Randolph. During the investigation, it was determined that Jacob Lapan (35) of Randolph, VT caused damage to the victim’s SUV. Lapan was given a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court to answer to the charge of Unlawful Mischief.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/19/2026 at 8:30 AM           

COURT: Orange 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 the arraignment time.

 

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Michael Robidoux

Vermont State Police

Email: michael.robidoux@vermont.gov

Phone: 802-234-9933

Westminster Barracks / VAPO

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1009432

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kunow                              

STATION: Westminster                     

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026 at approximately 1006 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Pine Banks Road, Westminster

VIOLATION: Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order

 

ACCUSED: Dakota Derby                                       

AGE: 29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Westminster, Vermont

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 10/25/26 at approximately 1006 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of a civil dispute. A subsequent investigation revealed that 29-year-old Dakota Derby had committed the offense of Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order. Derby was arrested and transported to the Westminster Barracks for processing, where he was cited and scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division on 10/26/2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026 12:30 PM       

COURT: Windham

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.

 

St. Albans Barracks/ Domestic Assault

VSP News Release-Incident

 

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A2007190

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt Charlotte Hartman                       

STATION: St. Albans

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

 

DATE/TIME:  10/25/2026 at 1032 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 264 Terrapin Ln, Alburgh VT

VIOLATION:  Domestic Assault

 

 

ACCUSED:  Corrigan Maxfield                                     

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Alburgh, VT

 

 

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

AGE: 18

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Alburgh, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 25, 2026, at approximately 1032 hours, Vermont State Police received a report of a potential assault that was occurring at the residence of 264 Terrapin Ln in the town of Alburgh. Investigation revealed that Corrigan Maxfield (20) had physically assaulted a household member.

 

Maxfield was issued a flash citation to appear in Grand Isle County Superior Court for the above offense.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/26/2026 at 1300 hours          

COURT:  Grand Isle County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: NO 

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.

 

 

 

Sergeant Charlotte Hartman (204)

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

(802)524-5993

Charlotte.hartman@vermont.gov

 

 

Motor Vehicle Crash Fatal

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A3008926                            

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kevin Charney

STATION: Berlin Barracks                                 

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/2025 1554 hours

STREET: Plunkton Rd

TOWN: Warren

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Southview Rd

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry Gravel and Dirt

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Juvenile #1

AGE: 16   

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Duxbury, VT

 

PASSENGER: Juvenile #2

AGE: 14

SEAT BELT? N

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Duxbury, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2006

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Impreza

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Extensive front end damage

INJURIES: Minor Injuries and Fatality

HOSPITAL: Central Vermont Medical Center and University of Vermont Medical Center

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police responded to Plunkton Rd at the intersection of Southview Rd in Warren for a reported single vehicle crash. Investigation determined Juvenile #1 was driving south bound on Plunkton Rd in a Subaru Impreza at a high rate of speed and lost control while negotiating a curve in the roadway. Juvenile #1’s vehicle left the right side of the roadway where it collided with a tree causing extensive damage to the passenger side front door and frame.

 

Juvenile #1 reported minor injuries in the crash and was transported to the Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC) in Berlin for further evaluation. Juvenile #2 was flighted by Dartmouth Hitchcock Advanced Response Team (DHART) to the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVM) in Burlington for major injuries. After lifesaving efforts Juvenile #2 was pronounced deceased at the UVM from the injuries she sustained during the crash.

 

The investigation into this incident is ongoing. There are no further details at this time.

 

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Multiple charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005759

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: October 24, 2026, approx. 2057 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Church St, Pownal

VIOLATION: Unlawful trespass; criminal threatening

 

ACCUSED: Christopher Michael Myers                                               

AGE: 46

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

VICTIM #1: Stacey Starkey

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

VICTIM #2: David Starkey

AGE: 45

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, Troopers responded to a report of threatening. Through investigation, it was determined that Christopher Michael Myers (46) of Pownal, VT, was trespassing on the property of, and had threatened, Stacey Starkey (42) and David Starkey (45) of Pownal, VT. Myers was arrested and processed at the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury Barracks. He was issued conditions and bail, ordered to appear at Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on October 26, 2026, at 1230 hours, and was transported to Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: October 26, 2026, 1230 hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility     

BAIL: $2,000

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.

Shaftsbury Barracks / Disorderly conduct

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005749

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                             

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: October 23, 2026, approx. 2102 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Green Mountain Mobile Home Park, Pownal

VIOLATION: Disorderly conduct

 

ACCUSED: Michael A. Martin                                              

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, VT

 

VICTIM: Donald J. Burdick, Jr.

AGE: 69

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, Troopers responded to a report of an assault at Green Mountain Mobile Home Park in Pownal, VT. Through investigation, it was determined that Michael A. Martin (44) of Pownal, VT, had engaged in disorderly conduct. Martin was issued a citation and ordered to appear at Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on December 14, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: December 14, 2026, 0830 hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: No    

BAIL: No

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 / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3008936

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alyssa Nozka                             

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/2026 at 2212 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Rt 14, Williamstown, VT

VIOLATIONS:

• DUI #2
• Criminal DLS x2
• Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order
• Violation of Conditions of Release
• False reports to law enforcement authorities

 

ACCUSED: Timothy Perkins

AGE: 35

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Brookfield, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks were notified of a domestic disturbance on VT Route 14 in Williamstown, Vermont. Before Troopers arrived, they were advised that the male party had left the scene in a motor vehicle. Troopers subsequently located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop on VT Route 14 in Williamstown. The operator was identified as Timothy Perkins (35) of Brookfield, Vermont. While speaking with Perkins, Troopers observed indicators of impairment. Further investigation revealed that Perkins was allegedly in violation of his conditions of release and an active Abuse Prevention Order. He was also found to be operating a motor vehicle with a criminally suspended license, without a required ignition interlock device, and to have provided false information to law enforcement. Perkins was placed under arrest and transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. He was issued a citation to appear before the Orange County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on October 26, 2026, at 1230 hours. Perkins was subsequently held at the Northeastern Correctional Complex due to lack of $2,500 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  10/26/2026 at 1230 hours          

COURT: Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED: NECC   

BAIL: $2500

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/ Motor Vehicle Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A3008931                             

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. John Gildea

STATION: Berlin                                       

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/2026 18:20 hours

STREET: East Montpelier Rd

TOWN: Montpelier

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Country Club Rd

WEATHER: Dry

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Kevin Charney

AGE: 30

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Berlin, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2026

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: Explorer

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On October 24^th, 2026, at approximately 18:20 hours, Trooper Charney was traveling on East Montpelier Rd in the town of Montpelier. I was notified by Tpr. Charney that while driving, a deer ran out in front of him, and he was unable to avoid it. There were no injuries or hazards that resulted from this crash. The vehicle was operable and able to be driven away from the crash.

 

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: N/A

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

COURT ACTION: N/A

COURT: N/A

COURT DATE/TIME: N/A

 

 

Respectfully,

Sergeant John Gildea

Patrol Commander

Vermont State Police – Berlin

578 Paine Turnpike North

Berlin, Vermont

Phone: (802) 229-9191

Fax: (802) 229-2648

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Retail Theft

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4010851

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel                               

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks             

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: October 24, 2026, at approximately 1812 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Family Dollar, Bradford

VIOLATION: Retail Theft and Criminal DLS

 

ACCUSED: Travis Merritt                                                

AGE: 45

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 24, 2026, at approximately 1812 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a retail theft at Family Dollar in Bradford. Troopers responded to the scene, collected evidence and spoke to witnesses. Troopers determined Travis Merritt had concealed merchandise and did not pay for it. Troopers also determined Merritt had a criminally suspended license and left the scene driving a motor vehicle. Troopers located Merritt and issued him a criminal citation to appear in Orange County Criminal Court on 12/23/2026 at 0830 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/23/2026 at 0830 hours             

COURT: Orange County Criminal Court

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.

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI

 

VSP NEWS RELEASE-INCIDENT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A4010837

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kyle Gorman

STATION: St. Johnsbury

CONTACT#: (802)-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 08/24/2026 @ 0057 hours

STREET: US Rt 2

TOWN: St. Johnsbury

CROSS STREET: Severance Hill Rd

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VIOLATION: DUI, DLT, FYY, ESA

 

VEHICLE #1

ACCUSED/OPERATOR: Hannah Williamson

AGE: 27

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Carroll, NH

SEATBELT? Yes

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2016

VEHICLE MAKE: Volkswagen

VEHICLE MODEL: Jetta

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Front-end damage

INJURIES: No injury

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a crash at Severance Hill / US Rt 2 in the town of St. Johnsbury. The operator was determined to be Hannah Williamson (27). While speaking with Williamson, indicators of impairment were detected. Williamson was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks without incident. Williamson was issued a citation for DUI to appear in Caledonia County Court – Criminal Division on 11/09/2026 at 0830 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/09/2026 at 0830          

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

Trooper Kyle Gorman

Vermont State Police

1068 US Route 5, Suite #1

Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

(802)-748-3111

 

Berlin Barracks / DUI Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3008922

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ryan Normile                   

STATION: Berlin Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/2026 at 1237 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Woodbury, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #1

 

ACCUSED: Jacob Barron                                               

AGE: 53

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Marshfield, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On October 24^th, 2026, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to a report of suspicious activity in the Town of Woodbury. A passerby reported they came upon a vehicle that was sideways off the road, and the operator appeared to be impaired. Troopers responded to the scene and met with the operator who identified himself as Jacob Barron (53) of Marshfield. Troopers observed signs of impairment and after further investigation Barron was placed under arrest for the suspicion of Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI). Barron was transported to the Vermont State Police Barracks in Berlin for processing. After processing he was subsequently released to a sober adult with a citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on November 12^th, 2026, at 0830 hours to answer to the above charges.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/12/2026 @ 0830 hours

COURT: Washington County Superior Court- Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: 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.

 

Westminster Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1009365

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Cody Carnehammar                     

STATION: Westminster Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 10/22/26 at 1744 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 106, Weathersfield

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation, Excessive Speed, False Reports to Law Enforcement Authorities

 

ACCUSED: Micah J. Audsley

AGE: 19

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Perkinsville, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, a Trooper with the Vermont State Police was traveling northbound on VT Route 106 in Weathersfield when they observed a southbound vehicle traveling at 91 mph in a 50-mph zone while overtaking another vehicle in a non-passing zone. The operator of the vehicle was identified as Micah James Audsley (19). Audsley was issued a citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court, Windsor Family Division, on 01/06/2027 at 0830 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 01/06/2027 at 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court Windsor Family 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.

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B3005648                                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jason Danielsen

STATION: Shaftsbury                                

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 10/19/2026 at 1230 hours

STREET: Hapgood Pond Road

TOWN: Landgrove

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Landgrove Road

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Nicole Crossman

AGE: 52    

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Londonderry, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2013

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet

VEHICLE MODEL: Spark

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: None

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

TRAFFIC FLAGGER: Luke Bartley

AGE: 28    

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Poultney, VT

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: None

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On 10/19/2026, at approximately 1230 hours, Vermont Troopers were notified of a crash on Hapgood Pond Road in the town of Landgrove, VT. Investigation revealed that Nicole Crossman (52) entered a construction zone and went around a traffic flagger who had signaled for her to stop. While in the construction zone, Crossman struck a separate traffic flagger, Luke Bartley (28), when he attempted to stop Crossman. Bartley suffered minor injuries from being struck. After the collision, Crossman left the scene. Crossman was subsequently located and cited for Negligent Operation and Leaving the Scene of an Accident.

 

 

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint Pending

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A       

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Bennington County Criminal Court

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/7/2026 at 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.

 

 

VSP NEW HAVEN / DOMESTIC ASSAULT

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE #: 26B5004550

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Cpl. Justin Busby

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/2026, 1303 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Big Hollow Rd, Starksboro

VIOLATION: Domestic assault

 

ACCUSED: Christopher Ledoux

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT

 

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

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 10/24/2026 at approximately 1303 hours, Troopers responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence located on Big Hollow Road in the Town of Starksboro. Investigation revealed Christopher Ledoux (33) of Starksboro, VT, caused bodily injury to a family member. Ledoux was placed under arrest and transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. After processing, Ledoux was conditionally released with a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division, at a later date.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/26/2026, 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.

Shaftsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005749

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Arel                            

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 10/23/2026 | 2102 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Pownal, VT

VIOLATION:

• Domestic Assault
• Criminal Threatening
• Unlawful Trespass of a Motor Vehicle

 

ACCUSED: Devin M. Martin                                            

AGE: 23

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

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

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 23, 2026, the Vermont State Police was notified of an assault occurring at the Green Mountain Trailer Park involving a large group of people. It was discovered that Devin M. Marin (23) had inflicted bodily harm upon a domestic partner, had threatened 5 people, and entered into a motor vehicle that was not his. Martin was issued a criminal citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division on October 26th, 2026, at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/26/2026 | 1230 Hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: NOT HELD

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.

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Trooper Michael Arel

Vermont State Police

“B” Troop – Shaftsbury

96 Airport Road

Shaftsbury, VT 05262

(802) 442-5421