St. Albans Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

                                                                                                      

CASE#: 26A2007099

TROOPER: Adam Martin                                                         

STATION: St. Albans                 

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: October 22^nd, 2026 @ 1209 hours

LOCATION: S Richford Rd Richford, VT

WEATHER: Clear      

ROAD COND: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Keith Sampietro

AGE: 68
SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Montgomery, VT

 

DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLE: 2010 Volkswagen Eos

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE: Significant Front End Damage

 

INJURIES: Suspected Minor

HOSPITAL: Northwest Medical Center St. Albans, VT

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On October 22^nd, 2026, at approximately 1209 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – St. Albans Barracks were dispatched to the report of a single vehicle crash on S Richford Road in the Town of Richford. Troopers responded to the scene and located a 2010 Volkswagen Eos that had left the roadway and struck a tree, causing a totaling amount of damage to the front end of the vehicle.

 

Preliminary investigation established that the operator of the 2010 Volkswagen Eos was Keith Sampietro (68) of Montgomery, VT. Sampietro was transported to Northwest Medical Center in the Town of St. Albans for suspected minor injuries as a result of the crash. The vehicle was towed away from the scene due to a disabling amount of damage.

 

The Vermont State Police was assisted at the scene of the crash by Larose’s Towing, AmCare Ambulance and Richford Fire Department.

 

 

Trooper Adam Martin (221)

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

(802)524-5993

Adam.martin@vermont.gov

 

Westminster Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1008741

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Evan Wilkinson                            

STATION: Westminster                    

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 10/03/2026 10:01am

INCIDENT LOCATION: Rockingham Road

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Heather Hollister                                              

AGE: 40

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Keene, New Hampshire

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 10/03/2026, at approximately 1001 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of suspicious activity in the area of Rockingham Road, in the town of Rockingham, Windham County, Vermont. Through investigation, it was discovered that Heather Hollister (40) of Keene, NH, had operated a motor vehicle on a public highway while suspected to be impaired. Hollister was subsequently placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and brought to the Westminster Barracks for processing. Hollister was issued a citation to appear in Windham County Superior Court - Criminal Division on November 17th at 0830 hours. 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/17/2026 at 8:30am          

COURT: Windham

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 Evan Wilkinson

VSP Westminster

1330 Westminster Heights Rd.

Westminster, VT, 05158

(802)-722-4600

Evan.Wilkinson@vermont.gov

 

Stolen Vehicle

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4010747

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jason Haley                         

STATION:   VSP St Johnsbury                 

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: Sometime after 1700 on the 16th and early morning of the 17th.

INCIDENT LOCATION: Legendary Auto located at 1576 Waits River Road in Bradford, VT

VIOLATION: Theft of a vehicle

 

ACCUSED: Unknown                                             

 

 

VICTIM: Legendary Auto

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 15, 2026, a 2009 Ford Mustang bearing Vermont registration KYL595 was involved in a motor vehicle crash. The vehicle was towed from the scene by Legendary Auto and secured in their yard.

 

On October 21, 2026, employees of Legendary Auto reported the vehicle as stolen after a wrecker contracted by the insurance company arrived to retrieve the Mustang and it was discovered missing from the lot.

 

The stolen vehicle is described as a bright red 2009 Ford Mustang with two black racing stripes. At the time of the theft, the vehicle had significant damage to the driver’s side resulting from the crash, and the driver’s door was unable to fully close.

 

The Vermont State Police is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the stolen vehicle and identifying the person or persons responsible. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Vermont State Police at 802‑748‑3111.

Anonymous tips may also be submitted online at:

https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Warrant & Possession of Cocaine

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4010744

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Nally  & Trooper Leblanc                        

STATION: St. Johnsbury

CONTACT#: (802) 748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/22/2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Jefferson Hill, Newbury, VT

VIOLATION: Possession of Narcotics & Arrest on Warrant – Possession of Narcotics and DUI

 

ACCUSED:  Randi-May Perry                               

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newbury, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers with the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks located Randi-May Perry (42) at a residence in Newbury. During a search incident to arrest, suspected crack cocaine was located on her person. Perry was taken into custody and transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks before being issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court- Criminal Division on 10/23/2026. Perry was lodged at Northeast Correction Complex on lack of $200 bail.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/22/26        

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: NECC    

BAIL: $200

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

 

St. Albans Barracks / VCOR

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2007083

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Carson Cowhig                             

STATION: St. Albans Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802)-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: October 21st, 2026 @ 2245 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 105 / Lumbra Road, Sheldon VT

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release

 

ACCUSED: Justin Lockerby-Russin                                             

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Franklin, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 21st, 2026, at approximately 2245 hours, the Vermont State Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle while on patrol on VT Route 105 in the Town of Sheldon. The Vermont State Police identified the operator as Justin Lockerby-Russin (25) of Franklin, VT. Lockerby-Russin was found to be in violation of his conditions of release at the time of the traffic stop.

 

Lockerby-Russin was issued a criminal citation and is scheduled to appear at the Franklin County Superior Court on December 1st, 2026 at 0800 hours to answer to the above charge.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/1/2026 @ 0800 hours          

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: None

 

 

 

 

*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 Carson Cowhig

Vermont State Police – St. Albans

140 Fisher Pond Road

St. Albans, VT 05468

(802) 524-5993

 

Williston Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1007926

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Foley                            

STATION: Williston                 

CONTACT#: (802) 878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: October 21^st, 2026 / 2201 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Rt 15 / Moose Aly, Johnson

VIOLATION: Driving Under the Influence

 

ACCUSED: John Wolfe                                              

AGE: 26

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 21^st, 2026, at approximately 2201 hours, the Vermont State Police were conducting RADAR speed enforcement along a section of VT Rt 15 in Johnson near Moose Aly. A traffic stop was initiated with a vehicle for a speed violation, and the operator was identified as John Wolfe, 26, of Waterbury. While speaking with Wolfe, indicators of impairment were detected.

 

Wolfe was screened and subsequently arrested for suspicion of DUI. He was then transported to the Morristown Police Department for processing, where he was ultimately released with a citation to appear in the Lamoille County Superior Court on November 18^th, 2026, at 1230 hours, to answer to the charge of DUI.

 

The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by the Lamoille County Sheriff’s Department.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: November 18^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.

Traffic Alert - Interstate 89 Southbound

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Interstate 89 Southbound has one lane obstructed in the area of Area of MM 90, Winooski River Bridge area due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for expected to be a long duration incident.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

VSP News release aggravated assault within Marble Valley Correctional Center

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B4007735

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Det. Sgt. Jesse Robson                            

STATION: VSP BCI Troop B-West Rutland                    

CONTACT#: 802 773 9101

 

DATE/TIME: October 11th, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Marble Valley Correctional Center (MVCC) Rutland VT

VIOLATION: Aggravated assault

 

ACCUSED: Matthew Bradley                                               

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland VT

 

VICTIM: Joseph Marro

AGE: 65

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Chittenden VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:  Vermont State Police BCI were notified of an assault that occurred between 2 inmates within MVCC.  Investigation determined that Matthew Bradley assaulted cellmate Joseph Marro resulting in facial injuries that required surgery including insertion of metal plates around his eyes and mouth. 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11-23-26 10 AM           

COURT: Rutland

LODGED - LOCATION: Both inmates remain in custody of Vermont Department of Corrections. 

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NOT AVAILABLE

 

Detective Sgt. Jesse Robson

Vermont State Police Troop B – West

124 State Place Rutland VT 05701

802 773 9101

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4010716

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Nally, Leblanc, Salazar, and Underhill                           

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/20/26 @ 1956 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Ryegate, VT

VIOLATION: Conditions of Release Violation X4, False Alarms, Assault on Protected Professionals, DLS, Arrest Warrant

 

ACCUSED: Matthew Fuller                                              

AGE: 46

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time Troopers were dispatched to a disabled vehicle on US RT 5 in Ryegate. The complainant, Matthew Fuller, called into to advise he had run out of fuel. Troopers began responding to assist Fuller and learned he had an active warrant for his arrest out of Rutland County. Troopers made contact with Fuller and he was found to be actively violating conditions of release. Investigation also revealed that Fuller had been operating a motor vehicle with a criminally suspended license.

 

Fuller was taken into custody and transported to the State Police Barracks in St. Johnsbury for processing. During processing,  Fuller made false alarm causing additional emergency services to respond unnecessarily. Additionally, while still at the barracks, Fuller became aggressive and assaulted a Trooper.

 

Fuller was ordered held on $15,000 bail for the violations committed on 10/20.

 

Fuller was held on an additional $5,000 bail for his in-state warrant for failing to appear for DUI #3.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/21/26 @ 1230        

COURT: CALEDONIA

LODGED - LOCATION: NECC    

BAIL: $20,000

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 William Nally

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 # 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

802-748-3111

 

Rutland Barracks // Cocaine Possession x3

CASE#: 26B4007933

TROOPER: Shaughnessy

STATION: Rutland              

CONTACT#: 802-773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: 10/20/2026 at approximately 1802 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: North Shrewsbury, Rutland

 

ACCUSED: Jessica Briggs

AGE: 32

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT

CHARGES: Cocaine Possession (Felony)

ACCUSED: Joseph Richardson

AGE: 32

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT

CHARGES: Cocaine Possession (Felony)

ACCUSED: Scott White

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT

CHARGES: Cocaine Possession

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 10/20/2026, at approximately 1802 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks conducted a motor vehicle stop for an observed violation. The operator was identified as Jessica Briggs (32). Passengers were identified as Joseph Richardson (32) and Scott White (42). During the stop, Troopers developed probable cause that there were drugs inside the vehicle. All occupants consented to a search of their person. Troopers located felony amounts of cocaine on Briggs and Richardson as well as a misdemeanor amount of cocaine on Scott White. All occupants were transported to the Rutland Barracks for processing, issued a criminal citation, and released. 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/14/2026 at 1000 hours

COURT: Rutland County Court, Criminal Division

MUG SHOT: Attached

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

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

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Arrest on Warrants

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4010696

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel                              

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: October 20, 2026, at approximately 1511 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lower Pln in Bradford

VIOLATION: Arrest on Warrant x2

 

ACCUSED: Shauna Herbert                                                

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Transient, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 20, 2026, at approximately 1511 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a business on Lower Pln in Bradford for a report of a disturbance. Troopers located Shauna Herbet who had two active in state warrants for her arrest. Herbert was taken into custody and transported to the North East Regional Correctional Complex in St. Johnsbury.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/21/2026 at 1230 hours             

COURT: Caledonia County Criminal Court

LODGED - LOCATION: NERCC     

BAIL: $100 and $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.

New Haven Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE               

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B5004355

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Taylor Demick

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT#: (802)388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 10/10/2026 at 0033 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lewis Creek Drive / US Route 7

TOWN/STATE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont

 

VIOLATIONS: Possession of Cocaine (2.5+ grams), Negligent Operation

 

ACCUSED: Nicholas L. Bushell

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 10^th, 2026, at approximately 0033 hours, the Vermont State Police conducted a traffic stop after an observed motor vehicle violation on Lewis Creek Drive near the intersection with US Route 7 in the Town of Ferrisburgh. The operator was identified as Nicholas L. Bushell (34) of Ferrisburgh, Vermont. Throughout the course of the investigation, Troopers discovered Bushell had operated a motor vehicle in a negligent manner and located cocaine on his person.

 

Bushell was released from the scene with a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division on December 7^th, 2026, at 1230 hours.

 

On October 19^th, 2026, Troopers executed a search warrant on Bushell’s vehicle, where they discovered additional cocaine that had been in Bushell’s possession.

 

Troopers were assisted by members of the Middlebury Police Department.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/07/2026 at 1230 hours          

COURT: Addison 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. 

 

 

UPDATE / Derby Barracks / Missing Person

UDATE TO NEWS RELEASE

 

 

Crystal Decker has been located and is alive and well.

 

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 VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

        

CASE#: 26A5006029

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper James Gallup                            

STATION:  Derby                  

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: On 10/19/ 2026 at 0900 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 

 

Missing Person: Crystal Decker

Age: 41

City, State of Residence: Morgan, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 10/19/26, the State Police received a report from family members that Crystal Decker had left home on 10/18/26 at approximately 3pm and had not returned. Family members reported that this is not regular behavior for Decker. Decker is believed to be operating a 2015 White Kia Soul bearing Vermont license plate KZV810. Decker was last seen wearing a tan sweater and black pants. Decker has blonde hair, blue eyes, is approximately 5’7’’ in height and is of thin build. Decker was known to be in Vernon, CT yesterday and could potentially be in Vermont or Maryland. Should anyone see Decker or her vehicle, please contact the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881.

 

New Haven Barracks/ MV Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE #: 26B5004499

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Sean Hauter

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919

DATE/TIME: 10/20/2026, 0913 hours

STREET: VT-30

TOWN: Cornwall

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Robbins Rd

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Kody Swan

AGE: 33

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Sudbury, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2002

VEHICLE MAKE: Jeep

VEHICLE MODEL: Liberty

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Front and passenger’s side contact damage

INJURIES: Suspected minor

HOSPITAL: Porter Medical Center

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On 10/20/2026 at approximately 0913 hours, Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on VT Route 30 north of Robbins Road in the Town of Cornwall. Investigation revealed V#1 was traveling south when its brakes failed (V#1 was not inspected). At that time, V#1 crossed the centerline, left the northbound lane, and struck a small rock wall before coming to a position of uncontrolled rest. OP#1 was transported to the hospital by ambulance with suspected minor injuries.

Troopers were assisted on scene by Middlebury Regional EMS.

VCVC(s):

-23 VSA 1038, “Driving on roadways laned for traffic” ($220, 2 points)

-23 VSA 513, “Misuse of number plates” ($162, 0 points)

-23 VSA 301, “Persons required to register” ($162, 0 points)

Fw: New Haven Barracks/ Arrest on Warrant

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE #: 26B5004489

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Sean Hauter

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919

DATE/TIME: 10/19/2026, 1411 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Austin Drive, Bristol, VT

VIOLATION: Arrest on warrant

ACCUSED: Charles Ouellette

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bristol, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 10/19/2026 at approximately 1411 hours, Troopers responded to a suspicious call at a residence located on Austin Drive in the Town of Bristol. The complainant, Charles Ouellette (33) of Bristol, VT, had an active warrant for his arrest for failing to appear in court for a DUI arraignment. Per the warrant, Ouellette was issued a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division on the following day.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/20/2026, 1230 hours

COURT: Addison

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.

Derby Barracks / Missing Person

 

 VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

        

CASE#: 26A5006029

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper James Gallup                            

STATION:  Derby                  

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: On 10/19/ 2026 at 0900 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 

 

Missing Person: Crystal Decker

Age: 41

City, State of Residence: Morgan, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 10/19/26, the State Police received a report from family members that Crystal Decker had left home on 10/18/26 at approximately 3pm and had not returned. Family members reported that this is not regular behavior for Decker. Decker is believed to be operating a 2015 White Kia Soul bearing Vermont license plate KZV810. Decker was last seen wearing a tan sweater and black pants. Decker has blonde hair, blue eyes, is approximately 5’7’’ in height and is of thin build. Decker was known to be in Vernon, CT yesterday and could potentially be in Vermont or Maryland. Should anyone see Decker or her vehicle, please contact the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881.

 

Royalton Barracks / Found Property

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 23B2004344

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Ryan Miller

STATION:  Royalton                   

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME:  October 2023

LOST PROPERTY: Miter Saw

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

During an investigation in October of 2023 Vermont State Police Royalton came into possession of a miter saw. The investigation has concluded and the state police is attempting to locate the owner of the saw. If anyone had a miter saw stolen or lost in September/October of 2023 they are asked to reach out to the Royalton Barracks.

 

 

Trooper Ryan Miller & K9 Fynn

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks – Troop B

2011 VT Route 107

Bethel, VT 05032

802-234-9933

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Excessive speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005655

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: October 19, 2026, approx. 1802 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: North St, Bennington

VIOLATION: Excessive speed

 

ACCUSED: Nicole A. Maccioli                                              

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Vermont State Police conducted a traffic stop on North St near Depot St in Bennington for a speed violation, 70mph in a 40mph zone. The operator, Nicole A. Maccioli (44) was issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on December 7, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: December 7, 2026, 0830 hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: No    

BAIL: No

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.

Berlin Barracks / Single Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A3008809                                    

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kevin Charney

STATION: Berlin Barracks                           

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/19/2026 @ 1454 hours

STREET: Vermont Route 12

TOWN: Middlesex, VT

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Horn of the Moon Road

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry and Blacktop

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Katheryn Mackenzie

AGE: 39

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Worcester, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2019

VEHICLE MAKE: Kia

VEHICLE MODEL: Sportage

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor Passenger Side Damage

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to a report of a single vehicle crash near the intersection of Vermont Route 12 and Horn of the Moon Road in the Town of Middlesex, VT.  Investigation revealed Mackenzie was traveling north on Vermont Route 12, when she became distracted and collided with a guardrail. Mackenzie reported no injuries from the crash, and her vehicle sustained minor damage. Montpelier EMS and Bee There Towing responded and assisted with the crash.   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vermont State Police Watch Commander schedule, Oct. 19-25, 2026

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of Oct. 19-25, 2026. 

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

 

Watch Commander – North

Through Thursday, Oct. 22

Lt. Michael Dion

michael.dion@vermont.gov

 

Beginning Friday, Oct. 23

Lt. Owen Ballinger

owen.ballinger@vermont.gov

 

 

Watch Commander – South

Lt. Brittani Barone

brittani.barone@vermont.gov

 

 

 

Watch Commander – Troop A (north)

Williston: 802-878-7111

St. Albans: 802-524-5993

Berlin: 802-229-9191

St. Johnsbury: 802-748-3111

Derby: 802-334-8881

 

Watch Commander – Troop B (south)

Westminster: 802-722-4600

Royalton: 802-234-9933

Shaftsbury: 802-442-5421

Rutland: 802-773-9101

New Haven: 802-388-4919

 

Please visit: http://vsp.vermont.gov/stations for a state coverage map of towns served by specific VSP Field Stations

 

 

Royalton Barracks / Fugitive from Justice

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE: 26B2006045

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Robidoux                    

STATION: Royalton Barracks                      

CONTACT: (802) 234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/19/2026 at approximately 1110 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility

VIOLATION: Fugitive from Justice

 

ACCUSED: Norman Bevins                                              

AGE: 52

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bethel, Vermont

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 19, 2026, Troopers with the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks were notified that Norman Bevins, 52, of Bethel, Vermont had an extraditable warrant out of New Hampshire for felony possession of methamphetamine. Troopers were aware that Bevins was currently being held at Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility in Rutland, Vermont on Vermont warrants. Bevins was subsequently charged with the additional crime of Fugitive from Justice.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

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

COURT: Windsor County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility

BAIL: Held without bail

MUG SHOT: NA

 

 

 

*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