Saint Johnsbury Barracks / DUI #3 / Negligent Operation

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005599

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Matthew Salazar  

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: May 24th, 2026, at approximately 0329 hours

STREET: Calendar Brook Rd

TOWN: Sutton, VT.

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR/ACCUSED: Jackson G. Mitchell III

AGE: 46

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lyndon, VT

INJURIES: N/A

HOSPITAL: N/A

VIOLATION:

-             DUI #3 crash / Negligent Operation

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2015

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: F-150

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a single vehicle crash on Calendar Brook Rd in the town of Sutton, VT. Troopers responded to the scene and located the vehicle operated by Mitchell.  As Troopers spoke with Mitchell indicators of impairment were detected. Mitchell was arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Saint Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Mitchell was later issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division and released.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 6/8/2026 at 0830 AM           

COURT: Caledonia 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 Matthew Salazar

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 # 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

802-748-3111

New Haven Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE #: 26B5002203

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Kelsey Dobson

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 5/23/26, 2250 hours

STREET: South Street

TOWN: Addison

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Main St.

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR/ACCUSED: Michael Findlay

AGE: 59

SEAT BELT? N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: New Haven, VT

VIOLATION: DUI-Drug

 

OPERATOR/ACCUSED: Alexander Amory

AGE: 27

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: New Haven, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #2

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On 5/23/26 at approximately 2250 hours, Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on South Street south of the intersection of Main Street in the Town of New Haven. 

 

Michael Findley (59) of New Haven, VT, was found operating the truck at the time of Trooper arrival. While speaking with Findley, Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Findley was screened, placed under arrest, and transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. During the investigation it was found that Alexander Amory (27) had been operating the truck at the time of the crash. Amory was located, screened, placed under arrest, and transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing.   At the conclusion of processing, both men were issued a citation to appear in Addison County Superior court, Criminal Division at a later date.

 

VCVC(s): Pending

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 6/15/2026 at 1230 hours // 7/6/26 at 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.

 

 

Trooper Kelsey Dobson (426)

Vermont State Police

Troop “B”, New Haven Barracks

Tel: (802) 388-4919

kelsey.dobson@vermont.gov

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3002702

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                     

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, 2127 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Post Drive, Pownal

VIOLATION: Unlawful Sheltering/Aiding of a Runaway Child; False Reports to Law Enforcement Authorities

 

ACCUSED #1: Samantha J. George                                             

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

ACCUSED #2: Robert L. Young

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 22, 2026, at approximately 2127 hours, Vermont State Police were informed of a runaway juvenile in Pownal, VT. Through investigation, it was determined Samantha J. George (34) of Pownal, VT, and Robert L. Young (34), of Pownal, VT, sheltered the same runaway juvenile and provided false reports to investigating Troopers. George and Young were both cited and ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on July 6, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: July 6, 2026, 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

 

 

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 / DUI #1

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3004141

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jae Farnum-Boylan                            

STATION: Berlin Barracks                     

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 05/23/2026 at 2159 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Calais Rd, Worcester

VIOLATION: DUI #1

 

ACCUSED:  Ryan O’Neill                                             

AGE: 24

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Williamstown, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers of the Berlin Barracks received a report of an impaired driver in Worcester, Vermont. The vehicle was located and the operator was identified as Ryan O’Neill. While speaking with Troopers, O’Neill displayed signs of impairment. O’Neill was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI and was transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. O’Neill was issued a citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court to answer to the above charge.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  06/04/2026 at 0830 hours

COURT: Vermont Superior Court- Washington Criminal Division

LODGED: 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.

Royalton Barracks / Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2002465

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr Ryan Miller                           

STATION: Royalton                    

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 5-23-26 / 1756

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 NB Mile Marker 17.8, Royalton

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Megha Patel                                               

AGE: 26

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newton, MA

 

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 5-23-26 a trooper assigned to the Royalton barracks observed a car traveling northbound on I-89 in Royalton, near mile marker 17.8, in excess of the posted 65 MPH speed limit. The vehicle's speed was measured at 108 MPH. The vehicle was stopped and the operator was identified as Megha Patel of Newton, MA. The operator was issued a ticket for speeding and a citation to appear in Vermont Superio Court Windsor Criminal Division on 7-21-26 at 0830.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 7-21-26 / 0830            

COURT: Windsor

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.

 

Trooper Ryan Miller & K9 Fynn

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks – Troop B

2011 VT Route 107

Bethel, VT 05032

802-234-9933

 

Traffic Alert - area of 182 Main St, Cambridge

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
area of 182 Main St, Cambridge has both lanes obstructed in the area of due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

Berlin Barracks / Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE #: 26A3004128 

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Matthew Helpard

STATION: Berlin                            

CONTACT #: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 05/23/2026 at 15:29 hours

STREET: VT Route 12

TOWN: Northfield, VT

WEATHER: Clear, Cloudy

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Jose R. Sanchez

AGE: 70

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Roxbury, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2024

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: Bronco Sport

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor

INJURIES: Fatal

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On May 23, 2026, at approximately 1529 hours, the Vermont State Police responded to 1379 VT Route 12 S in the Town of Northfield, VT for a reported single motor vehicle crash Preliminary investigation revealed Jose R. Sanchez was traveling north on VT Route 12, lost control of the vehicle, and exited the eastbound portion of the roadway. Sanchez succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene of the crash.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with further information regarding this incident, including operation prior to the crash, is encouraged to contact the Berlin Barracks. Tips can be anonymously reported at http://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by Northfield Ambulance, and the Northfield Fire Department.

 

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / UPDATE - Runaway Juvenile

**** Updated Press Release ****

 

Shane has been located and returned to his family.

 

 

 

 

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3002702

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, approximately 1600 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Burdick Trailer Park, Pownal

VIOLATION: Runaway Juvenile

 

JUVENILE: Shane Douglas Brownell                                              

AGE: 14

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 22, 2026, at approximately 2127 hours, Vermont State Police received a report of a runaway juvenile. Family members of Shane Douglas Brownell called the Vermont State Police to report Shane had run away from home. Through investigation, Troopers determined Shane is likely staying with a friend in Bennington or Pownal.

 

Shane is described as 5’4” tall, 120lbs, with blond hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a brown or black hoodie, sweatpants, and black and white Nike shoes. Anyone with any information regarding his whereabouts is requested to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-585-6857, attn. case 26B3002702, or to leave an anonymous tip at vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

Traffic Alert - VT Route 12 S

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 12 S has one lane obstructed in the area of 1379 VT Route 12 S due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Missing Person ***UPDATE***

 

On May 23, 2026, at approximately 1550 hours, Troopers learned Morrow returned home safely. The Vermont State Police would like to thank the numerous members of the public that sent tips and assisted in the investigation.

 

Below is the original press release.

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005489

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel                            

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, at 0759 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lake Morey Rd, Bradford

 

MISSING: Erik Morrow                                                

AGE: 47

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 22, 2026, at approximately 0759 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a missing person on Lake Morey Rd in Bradford. Troopers learned that Erik Morrow (47) has not been seen since the afternoon of May 17, 2026. Morrow was last seen wearing a t-shirt, short, sneakers, baseball hat, and driving a red 2016 Toyota Tundra bearing Vermont registration. Morrow may be in the Littleton, NH area but his exact whereabouts are unknown and there are concerns for his wellbeing.

 

Anyone who has seen or has information on Morrow's whereabouts is asked to call the St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111. A picture of Morrow has been attached to this release.

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Request for Public Assistance

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005536

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Adam Aremburg               

STATION: St. Johnsbury                     

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 5/23/2026 at approximately 0124 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 18, Waterford

VIOLATION: Trespassing, Petit Larceny

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 5/23/2026 at approximately 0700 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a theft and unlawful trespass incident that occurred early in the morning at a residence along VT Route 18 in Waterford.

 

Investigation revealed an unknown male trespassed onto the property and stole a child’s birthday card containing cash.

 

The investigation remains active. Anyone with information regarding the identity of the individual involved is asked to contact Trooper Adam Aremburg at 802-748-3111 or adam.aremburg@vermont.gov

 

Anonymous tips may also be submitted through the Vermont State Police Tip Submission Page or by texting the keyword “VTIPS” to 274637 (CRIMES).

 

 

Trooper Adam Aremburg

VT State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US Route 5, Suite 1

St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

802.748.3111

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3002692

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, 1846 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US Route 7, Pownal

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Owen Joseph Hackett                                               

AGE: 23

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: North Adams, MA

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 22, 2026, at approximately 1846 hours, on US Route 7 in Pownal, Troopers observed a vehicle driving northbound near Armstrong Farm at a speed of 83 mph. The posted speed in that area is 50 mph. A traffic stop was conducted, and the operator of the vehicle was identified as Owen Joseph Hackett (23) of North Adams, MA. Hackett was cited for Excessive Speed and ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division, on July 6, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: July 6, 2026, 0830 hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

 

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.

Shaftsbury Barracks / Runaway Juvenile

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3002702

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, approximately 1600 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Burdick Trailer Park, Pownal

VIOLATION: Runaway Juvenile

 

JUVENILE: Shane Douglas Brownell                                              

AGE: 14

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 22, 2026, at approximately 2127 hours, Vermont State Police received a report of a runaway juvenile. Family members of Shane Douglas Brownell called the Vermont State Police to report Shane had run away from home. Through investigation, Troopers determined Shane is likely staying with a friend in Bennington or Pownal.

 

Shane is described as 5’4” tall, 120lbs, with blond hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a brown or black hoodie, sweatpants, and black and white Nike shoes. Anyone with any information regarding his whereabouts is requested to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-585-6857, attn. case 26B3002702, or to leave an anonymous tip at vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

St. Albans Barracks / LSA & DLS -Criminal

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

             

CASE#: 26A2003136

TROOPER:  Jared Blair                             

STATION: St Albans Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: May 19th, 2026 / 1529 hours

LOCATION: Franklin Rd / Cassidy Rd, Highgate

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Clear 

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Keenan Richard

AGE: 23    

SEAT BELT?

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Franklin, VT

VIOLATION: Leaving the Scene of an Accident (LSA) and Driving with a Criminally Suspended License

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2007

VEHICLE MAKE: Honda

VEHICLE MODEL: Civic

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Moderate Front Passenger Side

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Abigail Bessette

AGE: 23    

SEAT BELT?  Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Highgate, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2022

VEHICLE MAKE: Buick

VEHICLE MODEL: Encore GX

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Moderate Front Driver Side

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 19th, 2026, at 1529 hours the Vermont State Police St Albans Barracks was advised of a crash involving a vehicle side swiping another vehicle and leaving the scene near the intersection of Franklin Rd and Cassidy Rd in the town of Highgate. The operator of the vehicle that was struck, Abigail Bessette, age 23 of Highgate, reported moderate damage to her vehicle. The suspect vehicle then left the scene without stopping. A short time later, the vehicle and operator were located. Troopers made contact with the operator and identified him as Keenan Richard, age 23 of Franklin. Ultimately, Keenan was cited to appear in Franking County Superior Court for leaving the scene of an accident and for driving with a criminally suspended license.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/06/2026 at 0800 hours      

COURT: Franklin

LODGED: 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.

 

 

 

Royalton Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2002445

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alibozek                            

STATION: Royalton Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

DATE/TIME: 5/22/26 at 1927 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 14, Royalton

VIOLATION: Aggravated Domestic Assault, Reckless Endangerment X5, Cruelty to a Child X4, Gross Negligent Operation

ACCUSED: Brittany White                                                

AGE: 29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Royalton, VT

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Vermont State Police received multiple calls of a road rage incident on Route 14, in the Town of Royalton. Both parties were later reported to be at a residence in Royalton where Troopers met with them. Investigation into the incident led to the arrest of Brittany White (29) for the above charges. No injuries were reported. White was transported to the Royalton State Police Barracks for processing and released on Court ordered conditions of release

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 5/26/26 at 1230 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court Windsor 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.

Tpr. Timothy Alibozek

Vermont State Police

Crash Reconstruction Team

Underwater Recovery Team

Special Operations

3294 St. George Rd

Williston, VT

802-878-7111

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Missing Person

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005489

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel                            

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: May 22, 2026, at 0759 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lake Morey Rd, Bradford

 

MISSING: Erik Morrow                                                

AGE: 47

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 22, 2026, at approximately 0759 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a missing person on Lake Morey Rd in Bradford. Troopers learned that Erik Morrow (47) has not been seen since the afternoon of May 17, 2026. Morrow was last seen wearing a t-shirt, short, sneakers, baseball hat, and driving a red 2016 Toyota Tundra bearing Vermont registration. Morrow may be in the Littleton, NH area but his exact whereabouts are unknown and there are concerns for his wellbeing.

 

Anyone who has seen or has information on Morrow's whereabouts is asked to call the St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111. A picture of Morrow has been attached to this release.

Royalton Barracks / DUI Crash

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2002442

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Elisabeth Plympton                            

STATION: VSP Royalton                    

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

DATE/TIME: 05/22/2026 @ approximately 1818 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 73 / MT Horrid Overlook, Rochester VT

VIOLATION: DUI

ACCUSED: David Collyer                                              

AGE: 59

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: South Orleans, MA

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, the Vermont State Police - Royalton Barracks received a report of a pickup truck that crashed into the guardrail on VT Route 73 near the Mount Horrid Overlook, Rochester. The State Police responded and identified the operator as David Collyer (59). Throughout the interaction, Collyer was displaying signs of impairment. At the conclusion of investigation, Collyer was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Royalton Barracks for processing. Collyer was ultimately issued a citation and released.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/02/2026            

COURT: Windsor County Criminal Court

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 Elisabeth Plympton

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks

2011 VT RT 107
Bethel, VT 05032
Tel: 802-234-9933

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI #1

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005523

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Chris Santic                 

STATION:  St. Johnsbury                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 5/22/2026 at 1812 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 91 North at Exit 22, St. Johnsbury, VT

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Wayne Corey                                         

AGE: 72

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: East Haven, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 5/22/2026, at approximately 1812 hours, Troopers from the Saint Johnsbury State Police Barracks were on routine patrol in the area of Exit 22 in St. Johnsbury, VT. Troopers observed a motor vehicle violation which resulted in a traffic stop on Corey’s vehicle. Indicators of impairment were detected and Corey was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI. Corey was transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing and released on a citation.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 7/13/2026 at 0830 hours           

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court-Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION:  NA    

BAIL: NA

MUG SHOT: Unattached

 

 

*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

 

Update No. 1: Vermont State Police Watch Commander schedule, May 18-24, 2026

 

UPDATE: Lt. Cory Lozier will cover northern watch for Friday night, May 22. His email address is cory.lozier@vermont.gov. Lt. Thomas Howard resumes the watch Saturday morning.

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of May 18-24, 2026. 

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

Watch Commander – North

Lt. Thomas Howard

thomas.howard@vermont.gov

 

 

Watch Commander – South

Lt. Michael Studin

michael.studin@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