Derby Barracks / Request for Information

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5000873

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kimberly Elmore                           

STATION: Vermont State Police Derby                    

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 2/14/26 at approximately 1145hrs

INCIDENT LOCATION: 169 Main St. Barton, VT

VIOLATION: Simple assault

 

ACCUSED: Unknown  

 

VICTIM: Daniel Vooris

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:   Montpelier, VT                                          

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 2/14/26, Troopers with the Vermont State Police Derby barracks were notified of an assault that occurred on the roadway outside of 169 Main St in the Town of Barton, VT. The assault occurred after a road rage incident. Troopers learned that a male driving a green Subaru Forrester, which can be seen in the attached photos, exited his vehicle and struck Daniel Vooris in the face, before returning to his car and leaving the area.

 

VSP asks that anyone with information that could assist investigators call the Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881 or submit an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

 

Missing Juvenile / Isle LaMotte, Grand Isle County / 26GIC000456

State of Vermont  

Department of Public Safety  

Vermont State Police  

St Albans Barracks on behalf of the Grand Isle Sheriff’s Office

 

Grand Isle County Sheriff’s Department 

Case#: 26GIC000456 

Deputy James St. Cyr 

Contact#: 802 – 372 – 4482  

Date/Time: Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 

Incident location: Church Street, Isle La Motte, Vermont 

Incident: Missing juvenile 

Name: Emma Aldridge 

Age: 14 

City, State of residence: Isle La Motte, VT  

Summary of incident: 

The Grand Isle County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a missing-persons case involving a 14-year-old female who was last seen at her home in Isle La Motte on Saturday, March 21st, 2026.  

Emma Aldridge is believed to have left her home on Church Street by foot. She is described as 5 feet 1 inches tall, 102 pounds, with red, long hair and green eyes. With an unknown clothing description. 

The disappearance is not believed to be suspicious but there are concerned for Aldridge's welfare. Anyone with information on her whereabouts, who sees someone matching her description, or who has been in touch with her is asked to contact GICSD at 802 – 372 – 4482 or via State police dispatch at 802 – 524 – 5993. 

 

 

Thanks,

Deputy James St. Cyr

Grand Isle County Sheriff's Department

10 Island Circle, Grand Isle, VT 05458

Dispatch: 802 - 524 - 5993 Op 3

Office: 802 - 372 - 4482

Fax: 802 - 372 - 5771

"Protecting and serving Grand Isle County"

New Haven Barracks / Simple Assault

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B5001212

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Iain Carr

STATION: New Haven Barracks

CONTACT#: (802) 388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 3/25/26, 0435 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: New Haven, VT

VIOLATION: Simple Assault

 

ACCUSED/VICTIM: Kyle Hamilton

AGE: 26

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: New Haven, VT

 

ACCUSED/VICTIM: Jordan Ritchie

AGE: 29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: New Haven, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 3/25/26 at approximately 0435 hours, Troopers from the New Haven Barracks were notified of a possible theft that had turned physical in the Town of New Haven, Vermont. Troopers arrived on scene, and after investigation, it was revealed that Kyle Hamilton (26) and Jordan Ritchie (29) got into a physical altercation and knowingly caused bodily injury to each other. Both Hamilton and Ritchie were taken into custody without incident and transported to New Haven Barracks. Hamilton and Ritchie were processed and issued a criminal citation to appear before the Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division on 03/25/26 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 3/25/26, 1230 hours

COURT: Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NOT AVAILABLE

 

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

Westminster Barracks/Ignition Interlock Device

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1002296

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Zachary Kunow                           

STATION: Vermont State Police - Westminster                     

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600 x3

 

DATE/TIME: March 24, 2026 / 0849 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 121 / VT Route 11, in the town of Windham, Windham County, Vermont

VIOLATION: Ignition Interlock Device

 

ACCUSED: Cody Kane (DOB: 03/05/1987)                                                

AGE: 39

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Townshend, Vermont

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Westminster barracks conducted a motor vehicle stop on VT Route 121 near the intersection of VT Route 11 for a moving violation. The operator was identified as Cody Kane (DOB:03/05/1987) of Townshend, Vermont. Investigation revealed that Kane was required to utilize an ignition interlock device while operating a motor vehicle; the vehicle he was operating was not equipped with one. He was cited to appear in Windham County Superior Court- Criminal Division on 04/21/2026 at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of operating without an ignition interlock device.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: April 21, 2026 / 0830 hours           

COURT: Windham 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.

 

 

 

 

VSP BCI Troop A West / Armed Robbery

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A2001884

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Sgt. Josh Hansell

STATION: Vermont State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations Troop A West - Williston

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: 2:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Jolley by Stewart's Shops, 424 Main St., Enosburgh, VT

VIOLATION: Armed robbery

 

ACCUSED: Under investigation 

AGE: 

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police is investigating an armed robbery that took place early Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the Jolley by Stewart's Shops convenience store on Main Street in Enosburgh.

 

The incident occurred at about 2:30 a.m. when two masked men entered the store, displayed weapons, threatened the clerk and demanded money. They stole an undisclosed amount of cash and fled on foot heading south from the store. No injuries were reported.

This incident is believed to be related to a similar armed robbery at the same store that occurred Monday, March 23. 

 

The first suspect is described as a man with a thin build, standing approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall and wearing dark pants, a hooded sweatshirt, winter hat, ski mask, and gloves. The second suspect is described as a man with a medium build, standing approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and wearing dark pants, a hooded sweatshirt beneath a winter coat, and a ski mask. Photos of the suspects are attached to this release.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Detective Sgt. Josh Hansell at the Williston Barracks at 802-878-7111. Tips also can be provided anonymously online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

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Royalton Barracks / DUI - Drugs

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2001409

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Andrew Kelly-Jacobs                            

STATION: Royalton Barracks             

CONTACT#: (802) 234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 03/25/26 at 0000 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 91 Exit 3 Southbound On-Ramp, Bethel, Vermont

VIOLATION: DUI - Drug

 

ACCUSED: Tiffany R. Wills                                             

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Fairlee, Vermont

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Westminster State Police Barracks discovered a vehicle crashed off the roadway of the Interstate 91 Exit 3 Southbound On-Ramp, in the Town of Bethel (Windsor County), Vermont. While investigating the incident, Troopers detected signs of impairment from the operator, Tiffany R. Wills (33) of the Town of Fairlee, Vermont. She was subsequently arrested and taken to the Royalton State Police Barracks for processing. Later, Wills was released with a citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court - Windsor Criminal Division on May 12, 2026, at 0830 hours, to answer to the charge of DUI - Drugs.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/12/2026 at 0830 hours     

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Windsor Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A 

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: IMAGE ATTACHED

 

 

 

 

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

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

 

Trooper Andrew Kelly-Jacobs

Vermont State Police

Westminster Barracks

1330 Westminster Heights Road

Putney, Vermont 05346

Tel: (802) 722-4600

Andrew.Kelly-Jacobs@vermont.gov

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3001167

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Craig Negrin                         

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802)442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: March 24th, 2026, at approximately 1746 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Vermont Route 7A

VIOLATIONS: Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Aggravated Stalking with a Deadly Weapon, Reckless Endangerment, Grossly Negligent Operation, Criminal Threatening, and Disorderly Conduct

 

ACCUSED: Malik O. Hardy                                             

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, Vermont

 

VICTIM: Tyler J. Bubier

AGE: 22

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 03/24/2026 at approximately 1746 hours, Vermont State Police responded to a be-on-the-lookout (BOL) broadcast from dispatch for a dark Buick with rust on the hood, reportedly driving north on Vermont Route 7A in the Town of Arlington. Dispatch advised that the vehicle was following another vehicle closely and would not pass when the lead vehicle stopped. The driver of the lead vehicle reported that the operator of the Buick was gesturing angrily. Additionally, it was reported that the operator of the Buick was now waving a gun out of the window.

 

Upon arrival, an investigation ensued, as a result, Malik O. Hardy (25) was arrested for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Aggravated Stalking with a Deadly Weapon, Reckless Endangerment, Grossly Negligent Operation, Criminal Threatening, and Disorderly Conduct.

 

Malik O. Hardy (25) was transported to the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury Barracks for processing and lodged at Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility. Additionally Hardy was issued Conditions with a citation to appear in the Bennington County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on March 25th, 2026, at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: March 25th, 2026, at 1230 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility      

BAIL: Held Without Bail

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.

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4002712

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper James LeBlanc                      

STATION:  St. Johnsbury                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 3/24/2026 at 2243 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: St. Johnsbury

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Lucan Hopkins                                            

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lyndonville, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 3/24/2026, at approximately 2243 hours, Troopers observed a motor vehicle violation on Main Street in the town of St. Johnsbury. A traffic stop was conducted and investigation revealed that Hopkins operated a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Hopkins was taken into custody for processing and released on citation.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 4/13/2026 at 0830 hours           

COURT: Caledonia

LODGED - LOCATION:  NA    

BAIL: NA

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 James LeBlanc

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US Rt 5 #1

St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

(802)-748-3111

Williston Barracks / DUI Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#:  26A1002287

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper Kevin Rea

STATION:  Williston Barracks

CONTACT#:  (802) 878-7111

 

DATE/TIME:  March 23, 2026 at approximately 2237 hours

STREET:  VT Route 116

TOWN:  Hinesburg

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS:  Buck Ridge Barns

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER:  N/A

WEATHER:  Snowing

ROAD CONDITIONS:  Snow Covered

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR / ACCUSED:  Christal Brown

AGE:  60

SEAT BELT? YES

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:  St. Geroge, VT

VIOLATION: DUI

VEHICLE YEAR:  2012

VEHICLE MAKE:  Nissan

VEHICLE MODEL:  Altima

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1:  Font End Damage

INJURIES:  Chest

HOSPITAL:  UVM Medical Center

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On March 23rd, 2026, at approximately 2237 hours, Vermont State Police was dispatched to a single vehicle crash at 8377 VT Route 116 in the town of Hinesburg.

 

Preliminary investigation indicated the operator, Christal Brown (60) of St. George was traveling south on VT Route 116 in a 2019 Nissan Rogue when her vehicle left the roadway and struck a telephone pole.  Brown sustained injuries from the crash and was transported to UVM Medical Center for treatments of suspected chest pain.

 

Impairment of the operator was a contributor to the crash.  Brown was arrested for the suspicion of DUI and later issued a citation to appear at the Chittenden County Superior Court on June 02, 2026, at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of DUI.

 

Vermont State Police was assisted on scene by Richmond Rescue, Hinesburg Fire and Rescue, and Girouxs Garage. 

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NOT INCLUDED

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT: CHITTENDEN

COURT DATE/TIME: June 02, 2026 at 0830 hours

 

 

 

Trooper Kevin Rea

Vermont State Police

3294 St. George Road

Williston, VT 05495

802-878-7111

Kevin.Rea@vermont.gov 

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / VCR, Stalking

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3001161

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                             

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: March 24, 2026, 1206 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Rock Bottom Lane, Peru, Vermont

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release; Stalking

 

ACCUSED: Lynn A. Bianculli                                               

AGE: 58

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Peru, Vermont

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On March 24, 2026, at approximately 1206 hours, Vermont State Police were advised of a violation of conditions of release. Through investigation it was determined Lynn A. Bianculli (58) of Peru, Vermont, made contact with an individual protected by Bianculli's conditions of release, and engaged in stalking behaviors. Bianculli was arrested and processed at the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury Barracks. She was ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on March 25, 2026, and lodged at Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: March 2, 2026, 1230 hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility     

BAIL: $5,000

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.

Rutland Barracks / Retail Theft

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B4002244

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ryan Gardner

STATION: Vermont State Police - Rutland                      

CONTACT#: 802-773-9101

 

 

DATE/TIME: March 24^th, 2026, at 1705 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 5242 Vermont Route 103, Shrewsbury , VT

VIOLATIONS: Retail Theft

 

 

ACCUSED: Jonathan Nielsen                                            

AGE: 47

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Mount Holly

 

 

VICTIM: Stewart Maple

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Shrewsbury, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On March 24^th, 2026, at 1705 hours, Troopers with the Vermont State Police were notified of a retail theft complaint at the Stewart Maple store in Shrewsbury, VT. An employee reported that an individual had taken a gallon of maple syrup from the store without paying. Through investigation, the individual was identified as Jonathan Nielsen (47) and later located. Nielsen agreed to return the stolen syrup and was issued a criminal citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court – Criminal Division.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: May 18^th, 2026 / 1000hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A    

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

New Haven Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B5001203

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Klara Calderon-Guthe

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT#: (802) 388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 3/24/26 1055 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Starksboro, VT

MULTIPLE VIOLATIONS:

• Domestic Assault 13 VSA 1042
• Unlawful Restraint 13 VSA 2406
• Interference with Access to Emergency Services 13 VSA 1031
• Offense Committed within the Presence of a Child 13 VSA 1047

 

 

ACCUSED: Jorge Romo

AGE: 30

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 3/24/26 at approximately 1055 hours, Troopers with the New Haven Barracks were dispatched to suspicious call in the Town of Starksboro. The investigation revealed Jorge Romo (30) of Starksboro had committed the above offenses when he assaulted a household member, prevented them from calling emergency services, and unlawfully restrained them while in the presence of a minor.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME 03/25/25 at 1230 hours

COURT: Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Correctional Center

BAIL: $2,500

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 Klara Calderon-Guthe

Vermont State Police – New Haven

2490 Ethan Allen HWY

New Haven, VT 05472

802-388-4919

Berlin Barracks / Multiple Offenses

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3002333

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jacqueline June                            

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 03/24/2026 at 0830 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Steele Hill Rd. Roxbury, VT

VIOLATION: Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Unlawful Trespass into a Motor Vehicle, and Possession of Dangerous Weapons during the Commission of a Felony

 

ACCUSED: Jillian Brown

AGE: 24

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Transient, VT 

 

VICTIM: Paulette Langlois

AGE: 79

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Roxbury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers received a report of a burglary and an assault involving a weapon at a residence on Steele Hill Rd. Investigation revealed that Jillian Brown committed the offenses of Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Unlawful Trespass into a Motor Vehicle, and Possession of Dangerous Weapons during the Commission of a Felony. Brown was subsequently taken into custody and brought to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Brown was then transported to the Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division to answer to the above charges. At the conclusion Brown was held without bail and provided Conditions of Release as well.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 03/24/2026 1500 hours        

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility   

BAIL: HOLD WITHOUT

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.

RE: Tarbox Rd in Jericho

Per the town of Jericho, Tarbox Rd in Jericho has been cleared of the TT unit is back open for commuters.

 

 

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Sent: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 11:11 AM
To: AOT - TMC <AOT.TMC@vermont.gov>; DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Tarbox Rd in Jericho

 

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State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

Tarbox Rd in Jericho is blocked and experiencing delays in the area due to a TT Unit that is blocking the roadway. There is a tow truck on the way to remove the truck.

 

This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours. 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.

 

 

 

St. Albans Barracks / Retail Theft

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26A2001043          

TROOPER: J. Blair

STATION: St. Albans                    

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

DATE/TIME: 02/15/2026 at approximately 0429 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Georgia Maplefields 

VIOLATION: Retail Theft

 

ACUSED: Jessica Salisbury

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Essex, Vermont

 

ACUSED: Kenna Ward

AGE: 31

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Essex, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On February 15^th, 2026, at approximately 0429 hours, members of the Vermont State Police received the report of a retail theft incident at the Georgia Maplefields in the town of Georgia. An employee of the store reported two unknown females entered the store and exited with items without paying. Investigation revealed the identities of the unknown females to be Jessica Salisbury and Kenna Ward. Ultimately, Salisbury and Ward were located and issued a citation to appear before the Franklin County Superior Court on April 28^th, 2026 at 0800 hours to face the aforementioned charge of Retail Theft.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE: April 28th, 2026, at 0800 Hours

BAIL: None

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

Update: VSP BCI Troop B East - Westminster / Death investigation at correctional facility

 STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 25B1010524

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Detective Sgt. Daniel Hall

STATION: Vermont State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations Troop B East – Westminster

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 9:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025

INCIDENT LOCATION: Southern State Correctional Facility, Springfield, VT

INCIDENT TYPE: Death investigation

 

VICTIM: Gregory H. Penn

AGE: 68

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT

 

UPDATE:

On 3/23/26, the Vermont State Police received the final autopsy for Gregory Penn.  The Vermont Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington,  determined the cause of death to be from complications of an ongoing medical issue.  The manner of death was classified as natural.  

 

***Initial news release, 9:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025***

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police is investigating the death of a man who was in the custody of the Vermont Department of Corrections. VSP was notified at about 9:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, that Gregory H. Penn, a 68-year-old inmate at the Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield, had died while receiving palliative care in the prison infirmary for a terminal illness. Per standard protocol, a detective from the Vermont State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations was assigned to the case and began a death investigation.

 

The death does not appear to be suspicious. Mr. Penn had been in the infirmary following his diagnosis this fall. He was pronounced dead at about 9:25 p.m. Sunday. Following normal procedures when an inmate dies, an autopsy will be performed at the Vermont Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington to confirm the cause and manner of death.

 

According to Department of Corrections records, Mr. Penn had been incarcerated since December 2008 on a 40-year sentence following convictions for aggravated sexual assault and attempted sexual assault.

 

No additional details are available from the Vermont State Police. Further questions should be directed to the Department of Corrections.