The Vermont State Police disseminates news releases for significant criminal or public safety incidents and arrests. These releases are not intended to document every public contact or response to a call-for-service. If you have a question regarding an incident or case, please contact your local state police barracks or the public information officer. Please note news releases are available on this blog for at least 30 days following their public release. Releases are generally archived the second month after publication. Please contact the public information officer if you need access to one that is older.

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January 17, 2026

St. Johnsbury Barracks / False Pretenses

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A4009556

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel                              

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-222-4680

 

DATE/TIME: October 27, 2025, at approximately 0949 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 113, Vershire

VIOLATION: False Pretenses

 

ACCUSED: Tina Wright                                               

AGE: 52

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Shoreham, VT

 

VICTIM: Elizabeth Bricker

AGE: 77

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Vershire, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 27, 2025, at approximately 0949 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks began an investigation into alleged False Pretenses. At the conclusion of the investigation, Tina Wright (52) was cited for False Pretenses. She will appear in Orange County Criminal Court on February 18, 2026, to answer to the charge. 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: February 18, 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.

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Rutland Barracks / MV Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B4000366                            

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Caden Lockwood

STATION: Rutland                                   

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: On 1/17/2026, at approximately 0924 hours

STREET: South St

TOWN: Middletown Springs

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Hundred Acre Ln

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Cloud, Snowing

ROAD CONDITIONS: Snow covered

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Stephen Eggart

AGE: 42

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bohemia, NY

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2018

VEHICLE MAKE:GMC

VEHICLE MODEL: Acadia

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Moderate damage to left fender and front bumper

INJURIES: Suspected minor injury

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On 1/17/2026, at approximately 0924 hours, Troopers from the Rutland Barracks were notified of a single vehicle crash on South St in Middletown Springs.

Through investigation it was determined that Operator #1 (Eggart) was operating vehicle #1, traveling north bound on South St. Operator #1 (Eggart) was unable to maintain his lane of travel, and vehicle #1 exited the left side of the roadway. Vehicle #1 became overturned and Operator #1 (Eggart) sustained suspected minor injuries.

The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by Middletown Springs Fire Department.

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: Pending

 

 

 

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Derby Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5000279

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Nathan Handy                           

STATION: Derby              

CONTACT#: (802)334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 01/17/2026 at approximately 0945 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 414 Loop Road in the Town of Troy, VT

VIOLATION: Arrest on Warrant for the following charge:

   1.DUI - CRIMINAL REFUSAL

 

ACCUSED #1: David Briggs 

AGE: 53

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Troy, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above listed date and time, the Vermont State Police, while investigating an unrelated incident, encountered David Briggs (53) at a residence on Loop Road in the Town of Troy. Subsequent investigation revealed Briggs had an active arrest warrant for failing to appear on 01/13/2026 for arraignment in the Orleans County Criminal Court for the offenses of 23 VSA 1201(j) and 1202(d)(6)(c) - CRIMINAL REFUSAL - EVIDENTIARY SAMPLE - WARRANT - FIRST OFFENSE.

 

Upon successful identification and confirmation of the arrest warrant, Briggs was taken into custody without incident and transported to Northern State Correctional Facility on $200.00 bail.

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Traffic Alert - Vt Route 133

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Rutland 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Vt Route 133 has one lane obstructed in the area of Garron Rd 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.

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FW: (DRAFT) Royalton Barracks / Domestic Assault

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE #: 26B2000251

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ryan Miller

STATION: Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks                     

CONTACT#: (802) 234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: January 16, 2026, at approximately 2227 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Ocean View Drive, Hartland

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Kevin H. Smith

AGE: 62

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Hartland, Vermont

 

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

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On January 16, 2026, at approximately 2227 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks were notified of a family disturbance at a residence in the Town of Hartland. Through investigation, it was determined Kevin H. Smith, age 62 of Hartland, VT, caused pain and/or bodily injury to a family or household member. Smith was processed at the Hartford Police Department. A Judicial Officer was contacted and Smith was issued court-ordered conditions of release and cited to appear at Vermont Superior Court, Windsor Criminal Division on January 20, 2026, at 12:30 PM for the above offense.

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Not Included

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windsor Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: January 20, 2026, at 12:30 PM

             

*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.

 

 

Trooper Ryan Miller & K9 Rocky

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks – Troop B

2011 VT Route 107

Bethel, VT 05032

802-234-9933

 

 

 

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St. Johnsbury Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

VSP News Release – Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#:  26A4000507

TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper Nathan Rode and Trooper Chris Santic

STATION:  St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#:  802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME:  01-16-2026 at approximately 2347 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION:  Pearl St, Saint Johnsbury, VT

VIOLATION(S):  Arrest on Warrant for the following charges:

  1. DUI #1 – Influence
  2. Reckless Endangerment
  3. Cruelty to a Child
  4. DUI #1 > Legal Limit

 

ACCUSED:  Dylan Southworth       

AGE:  28

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:  Saint Johnsbury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 01/16/2026, at approximately 2347 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police - St. Johnsbury Barracks were on patrol in the area of Pearl St, in Saint Johnsbury, VT, when they learned Dylan Southworth (28) of St Johnsbury was known to have an outstanding warrant. Troopers located Southworth at his residence shortly thereafter. Further revealed Southworth was wanted for the original charges of DUI #1 – Influence, Reckless Endangerment, Cruelty to a Child, and DUI #1 > Legal Limit.

 

Upon successful identification of Southworth and confirmation of the warrant, he was subsequently taken into custody. Southworth was transported to the Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. He was cited to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court on 01/20/2026 at 1230 hours. He was then transported to Northeast Correctional Complex, where he was held on $200 bail for the outstanding warrant.

 

COURT ACTION:  Yes

COURT DATE/TIME:  01-20-2026 at 1230 hours

COURT:  Caledonia

LODGED:  Yes

BAIL:  $200

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.

 

Trooper Nathan Rode

Vermont State Police

1068 US Route 5, Suite #1

Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

Barracks: 802-748-3111

Email: nathan.rode@vermont.gov

 

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January 16, 2026

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

VSP News Release – Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#:  26A4000506

TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper Chris Santic and Trooper Nathan Rode

STATION:  St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#:  802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME:  01-16-2026 at approximately 2239 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION:  178 Mountain View Dr #C7, Saint Johnsbury, VT

VIOLATION(S):  Arrest on Warrant for the following charge

  1. Vehicle Operation – License Suspended – Misdemeanor

 

ACCUSED:  Matthew Osgood          

AGE:  41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:  Saint Johnsbury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 01/16/2026, at approximately 2239 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police - St. Johnsbury Barracks were on patrol in the area of Mountain View Dr, in Saint Johnsbury, VT, when they learned Matthew Osgood (41) of St Johnsbury was known to have an outstanding warrant. Troopers located Osgood at his residence shortly thereafter. Further revealed Osgood was wanted for the original charge of vehicle operation – license suspended.

 

Upon successful identification of Osgood and confirmation of the warrant, he was subsequently taken into custody. Osgood was transported to the Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. He was cited to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court on 01/20/2026 at 1230 hours. He was then transported to Northeast Correctional Complex, where he was held on $200 bail for the outstanding warrant.

 

COURT ACTION:  Yes

COURT DATE/TIME:  01-20-2026 at 1230 hours

COURT:  Caledonia

LODGED:  Yes

BAIL:  $200

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.

 

 

Trooper Chris Santic

Vermont State Police-St. Johnsbury

1068 US RT 5, Suite 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont

Phone: (802) 748-3111 ext 3

 

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Rutland Barracks/ DUI #1

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B4000359

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Eden Neary                            

STATION: Rutland Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: 01/16/2026 at 1837 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US 4 Eastbound, Rutland Town

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Steven Baker                                              

AGE: 24

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Middleton, NJ

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Vermont State Police conducted a motor vehicle stop on a vehicle after observing it traveling over 100 miles per hour on US 4 eastbound in Rutland Town. The operator of the vehicle was identified as Steven Baker (24). During the stop, Baker displayed signs of impairment. He was screened and subsequently arrested for driving under the influence. Baker was transported to the Rutland Barracks for processing and issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court Rutland Criminal Division on 02/02/2026 at 1000 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 02/02/2026 at 1000 hours          

COURT: Vermont Superior Court Rutland 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.

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RE: Traffic Alert - I 89 South Bound

Both Lanes reopened

 

John Conway

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Vermont State Police

1330 Westminster Heights Road

Westminster, VT 05158

802-722-4600

802-722-4690-FAX

 

From: Deslauriers, Katherine via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Friday, January 16, 2026 2:29 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - I 89 South Bound

 

EXTERNAL SENDER: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize and trust the sender.

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Royalton

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 South Bound has one lane obstructed in the area of MM 19/2 due to a traffic incident.

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.

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Traffic Alert - I 89 South Bound

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Royalton

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 South Bound has one lane obstructed in the area of MM 19/2 due to a traffic incident.

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.

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Royalton Barracks / Crash Investigation

STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 26B2000234                   
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr Clark
STATION: Royalton             
CONTACT#:(802) 234-9933
 
DATE/TIME: 01/16/26
STREET: VT Route 12
TOWN: Randolph
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Meadow Ln
INTERSTATE MILE MARKER:
WEATHER:    Clear
ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Unknown
AGE: N/A      
SEAT BELT? N
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: N/A

VEHICLE YEAR: 2010
VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru
VEHICLE MODEL: Forester
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled
INJURIES: Uknown
HOSPITAL: N/A

VEHICLE #2
OPERATOR: Andrew White
AGE: 46    
SEAT BELT? N
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Royalton, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2017
VEHICLE MAKE: Mitsubishi
VEHICLE MODEL: Mirage
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Totaled
INJURIES: Serious
HOSPITAL: Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center




SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On 01/16/26 at approximately 0513hrs, Vermont State Police Responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash on VT Route 12 in the area of Meadow Ln, Randolph VT. On scene investigation determined that Vehicle 1 crashed head on with Vehicle 2. Operator 1 left the scene and has not been identified at this time. Operator 2 was transported to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center with suspected serious injuries.

This crash is actively being investigated. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks at (802) 234-9933.


VSP will provide an update when information is available.



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LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: NA
COURT ACTION: N/A
COURT: N/A
COURT DATE/TIME: N/A



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



 

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St. Johnsbury Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4000439

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Salazar                        

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks              

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 01/15/2026 at approximately 0043 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 473 Railroad St, St. Johnsbury, VT, 05819

VIOLATION: Arrest on In-State Warrant

 

ACCUSED: Cody Heath-Largy                                           

AGE: 30

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St. Johnsbury, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 01/15/2026 at approximately 0043 hours, Troopers were on patrol on Railroad Street in the Town of Saint Johnsbury when a vehicle was observed committing a motor vehicle violation. Troopers initiated a traffic stop and identified a passenger of the motor vehicle as Cody Heath-Largy(30) of St. Johnsbury, VT.

 

During the investigation, Largy was found to have an active warrant for his arrest for cruelty to animals - deprivation - first offense. Largy was taken into custody and transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Later he was brought to Northeast Correctional Complex where he was held on $200.00 bail. Largy was additionally issued a citation ordering him to appear before the Caledonia Superior Court- Criminal Division on January 15th, 2026 at 1230 hours for the charges related to the arrest warrant.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME:  01/15/2026  1230 hours       

COURT: Caledonia

LODGED - LOCATION: Northeast Correctional Complex   

BAIL: $200.00

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.

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St. Johnsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4000469

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Nathan Rode

STATION: St. Johnsbury                    

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 1/15/2026, at approximately 2343 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Barnet, Vermont

VIOLATION:

Violation of Conditions of Release (VCOR) x3

Driving with a criminally suspended license

 

ACCUSED: Cheryl Kozuch                                            

AGE: 54

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Woodsville, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On January 15, 2026, at approximately 2343 hours, Troopers initiated a traffic stop in the Town of Barnet, Vermont. Troopers were advised of and subsequently observed, operator Cheryl Kozuch (54), to be in violation of numerous of her conditions of release. Kozuch was also operating with a criminally suspended license. Kozuch had was subsequently placed under arrest. Kozuch was transported to the Vermont State Police - St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Kozuch was issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division on 1/16/2026 at 1230 hours and was released.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 1/16/2026 at 1230 hours    

COURT: Caledonia County

LODGED: NO

BAIL: N/A

MUGSHOT: 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 Nathan Rode

Vermont State Police

1068 US Route 5, Suite #1

Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

Barracks: 802-748-3111

Email: nathan.rode@vermont.gov

 

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January 15, 2026

Traffic Alert - US Route 2 - both lanes

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
St. Albans

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
US Route 2 - both lanes has both lanes obstructed in the area of areal of 6864 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.

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Fw: Traffic Alert - VT Route 100 Lowell

RT 100 is now open

From: Mercon, Christopher <Christopher.Mercon@vermont.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 4:41 PM
To: AOT - Road Closures <AOT.RoadClosures@vermont.gov>
Subject: RE: Traffic Alert - VT Route 100 Lowell
 

UPDATE: 4:40pm 1/15: VT-100 in Lowell is now OPEN to one lane between VT-58 and Carter Rd drive with care as crews still  a Structure Fire,

 

From: Mercon, Christopher <Christopher.Mercon@vermont.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 15:23
To: AOT - Road Closures <AOT.RoadClosures@vermont.gov>
Subject: RE: Traffic Alert - VT Route 100 Lowell
Importance: High

 

VT-100 in Lowell is CLOSED between VT-58 and Carter Rd while crews work a Structure Fire at the Lowell Town Garage.

 

From: AOT - TMC <AOT.TMC@vermont.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 15:21
To: Mercon, Christopher <Christopher.Mercon@vermont.gov>; Beaudet, Roger <Roger.Beaudet@vermont.gov>; Knapp, Ryan <Ryan.Knapp@vermont.gov>; Kilburn, Ian <Ian.Kilburn@vermont.gov>; Rehbein, Erich <Erich.Rehbein@vermont.gov>
Subject: FW: Traffic Alert - VT Route 100

 

 

From: Deslauriers, Katherine <Katherine.Deslauriers@vermont.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 3:20:30 PM (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - VT Route 100

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Derby 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 100 has both lanes obstructed in the area of Carter Road due to a fire incident.

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.

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RE: I 89 between mm72 -74

All the crashes and slide-offs have been cleared. The roadway should be back open.

 

From: Gomes, Cullen via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 2:47 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: I 89 between mm72 -74

 

EXTERNAL SENDER: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize and trust the sender.

Traffic alert – I 89 N near mm 73 

State of Vermont 

Department of Public Safety 

Vermont State Police 

VSP Williston Barracks 

  

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification 

I 89 near mile marker 73 area, give or take a couple miles, ON BOTH SIDES will be having delays. There are multiple crashes and vehicles off the roadway in this area.

This is expected to last at least an hour, likely more.  Updates will be provided as appropriate. There have not been any formal lane closures yet.

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

 

 

Thanks,

Cullen Gomes

Emergency Communications Dispatcher II

Vermont State Police Williston PSAP

3294 St. George RD Williston VT 05495

Phone 802.878.7111

PSAP FAX 802.878.3173

 

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Traffic Alert - VT Route 100

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Derby 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 100 has both lanes obstructed in the area of Carter Road due to a fire incident.

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.

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I 89 between mm72 -74

Traffic alert – I 89 N near mm 73 

State of Vermont 

Department of Public Safety 

Vermont State Police 

VSP Williston Barracks 

  

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification 

I 89 near mile marker 73 area, give or take a couple miles, ON BOTH SIDES will be having delays. There are multiple crashes and vehicles off the roadway in this area.

This is expected to last at least an hour, likely more.  Updates will be provided as appropriate. There have not been any formal lane closures yet.

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

 

 

Thanks,

Cullen Gomes

Emergency Communications Dispatcher II

Vermont State Police Williston PSAP

3294 St. George RD Williston VT 05495

Phone 802.878.7111

PSAP FAX 802.878.3173

 

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RE: Traffic Alert - VT Route 78 Alburgh

 

 

VT Route 78 is now open again in Alburgh

 

 

 

From: Hanley, Elaine via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 11:37 AM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - VT Route 78 Alburgh

 

EXTERNAL SENDER: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize and trust the sender.

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Grand Isle Sheriff Department

802-524-5993 OP3

 

 

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

VT Route 78 at Mud Creek in Alburgh is experiencing delays due to a TT unit off the rd.

This incident is expected to last for appox 1 hour.  Updates will be provided as appropriate. 

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

 

 

 

 

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RE: Traffic Alert - Route 9 Woodford

Rt 9 open to one lane of Travel

 

John Conway

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Vermont State Police

1330 Westminster Heights Road

Westminster, VT 05158

802-722-4600

802-722-4690-FAX

 

From: Deslauriers, Katherine via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 2:08 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - Route 9 Woodford

 

EXTERNAL SENDER: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize and trust the sender.

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Shaftsbury 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Route 9 Woodford has both lanes obstructed in the area of In hte area of Notch Rd due to a weather event: ice/icy road.

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.

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Traffic Alert - Route 9 Woodford

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Shaftsbury 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Route 9 Woodford has both lanes obstructed in the area of In hte area of Notch Rd due to a weather event: ice/icy road.

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.

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Traffic Alert - VT Route 78 Alburgh

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Grand Isle Sheriff Department

802-524-5993 OP3

 

 

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

VT Route 78 at Mud Creek in Alburgh is experiencing delays due to a TT unit off the rd.

This incident is expected to last for appox 1 hour.  Updates will be provided as appropriate. 

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

 

 

 

 

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BCI B EAST // Aggravated Sexual Assault - Lewd Lascivious Conduct with a Child - Domestic Assault

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

              

CASE#: 25B1003289

TROOPER:  Cody Allison                               

STATION: BCI Troop B East - Westiminster                   

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: Several dates and times spanning 2016 to 2024.

LOCATION: Jamaica, VT

VIOLATION: Aggravated Sexual Assault, Lewd or Lascivious Conduct with a Child, and Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Kenneth J Olsson                                                                                   

AGE: 54

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bellows Falls, VT

 

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

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 05/12/2025, Detectives from the Vermont State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Troop B East were notified of a report of sexual assault, lewd or lascivious conduct, and domestic violence perpetrated against a juvenile victim. Probable cause was developed through investigation to charge Kenneth J Olsson (54) for the stated crimes. Olsson turned himself in at the Westminster barracks on 01/14/2026 and his arraignment was set for 12:30 PM on 01/15/2026.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE: 01/15/2026 12:30 PM

COURT: Westminster Criminal Division - Brattleboro

LODGED: N        

BAIL: N

MUG SHOT: Y, Not available.

 

Detective Trooper Cody Allison

Vermont State Police

Bureau of Criminal Investigation

Troop B East

(802) 585-5817

 

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Berlin Barracks // Violation of Conditions of Release and Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3000369

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:     TROOPER RYAN RIEGLER                        

STATION:      BERLIN BARRACKS               

CONTACT#:   802.229.9191

 

DATE/TIME: 01/14/2026 at 2355 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Waterbury Pool

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release and Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order

 

ACCUSED:      Richard Gaboury II                                         

AGE: 36

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Granville, 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, the Vermont State Police observed a suspicious vehicle at the Waterbury Town Pool. Upon making contact with the occupants, it was discovered that Gaboury was in violation of both Conditions of Release and an Abuse Prevention Order. Gaboury was taken into custody and brought to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Gaboury was later released on a citation.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME:     01/15/2026 at 1230 hours       

COURT: Washington County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION:      N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

 

 

 

 

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

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

 

Trooper Ryan Riegler

Berlin Barracks

578 Paine Turnpike N.

Berlin, VT

802.229.9191

 

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January 14, 2026

St Albans Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

             

CASE#: 26A2000272

TROOPER:  Benjamin Weed                           

STATION: St. Albans Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 01/11/2026 at approximately 1955 hours

LOCATION: 518 Pearl St Enosburg, VT

VIOLATION: Disorderly Conduct and Unlawful Mischief

 

ACCUSED: Justin Lockerby-Russin                                                                   

AGE: 24

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Franklin, VT

 

VICTIM: Mason Bullock

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bristol, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On January 11th, 2026, at approximately 1955 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – St. Albans Barracks responded to the report of a disturbance at the Maplefields gas station located at 518 Pearl St in the town of Enosburg. Upon arrival investigation revealed that 24 year old Justin Lockerby-Russin attempted to incite an altercation in the parking lot, and ended up causing damage to the victim's vehicle. Lockerby-Russin had fled the scene prior to Trooper's arrival, but after locating him he was issued a citation ordering him to appear before the Franklin County Superior Court – Criminal Division on March 9th, 2026, at 0800 hours for the above charges.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE: 03/09/2026 at 0800 hours             

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court

LODGED: No

MUG SHOT: No

 

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Rutland Barracks / Domestic Assault

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE #: 26B4000293

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Daniel St. Clair                                

STATION: Rutland                     

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: January 13, 2026, at approximately 2330 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: West Rutland

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Matthew Zidel

AGE: 26

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: West Rutland, Vermont

 

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

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On January 13, 2026, at approximately 2330 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Rutland Barracks, were notified of a family disturbance at a residence in the Town of West Rutland. Through investigation it was determined Matthew Zidel, caused pain and/or bodily injury to a family or household member. On January 14, 2026, Zidel was processed at Rutland Barracks. A Judicial Officer was contacted and issued Zidel court ordered conditions of release. Zidel was cited to appear at Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division on January 15, 2026, at 12:30 PM for the above offense.

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Yes

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: January 15, 2026, at 12:30 PM

             

*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.

 

 

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