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May 29, 2026

Berlin Barracks / Burglary

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3004293

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Katie Finn                             

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 05/29/2026 @ 0453 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION:  VT Route 12 S, Northfield

VIOLATION: Burglary

 

ACCUSED: Samantha Jarvis                                              

AGE: 39

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barre, VT

 

VICTIM: South Village Mobil

AGE: Business

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 05/29/2026 at approximately 0351 hours, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to the report of a possible break in located on Vermont Route 12 South in the Town of Northfield. Troopers were advised that the front door and windows of the business were smashed. Troopers responded to the scene and through further investigation identified a vehicle of interest as a Grey Ford F150 bearing Vermont registration 525A023. Troopers were able to locate this vehicle and initiate a traffic stop. After further investigation the passenger was identified as Samanth Jarvis (39) and was placed under arrest for suspicion of burglary and transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Jarvis was issued a citation to appear in the Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on 06/01/2026 at 1230 hours.

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/01/2026 @1230 hours         

COURT: Washinton County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Not Included

 

 

 

 

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

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

Derby Barracks / Domestic Assault and Interference with Access to Emergency Services

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5002885

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Aaron Leonard

STATION: Derby

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 5/28/2026 2144 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Pepin Road, Brownington, VT

VIOLATION:  Domestic Assault x 2, Interference with Access to Emergency Services

 

ACCUSED: Ethan Delabruere                                               

AGE: 23

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Brownington, 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 was dispatched to a report of a domestic dispute at a residence on Pepin Road in Brownington, VT. Investigation revealed Ethan Delabruere, age 23 of Brownington, had caused minor bodily injury to two family members during a fight, and had prevented one of those individuals from reporting the incident to emergency services by destroying a telephone.

 

Delabruere was transported to the Derby barracks for processing and was later lodged at the Northern State Correctional Facility on a violation of probation from Newport Probation and Parole and for lack of $5000 bail imposed by the Honorable Court. Delabruere was cited to appear in Orleans Superior Court on 5/29/2026 at 12:30PM to answer to charges of two counts of domestic assault and interference with access to emergency services.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 5/29/2026 12:30PM

COURT: Orleans Criminal Court

LODGED - LOCATION: Northern State Correctional Facility

BAIL: $5000

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.

 

 

 

Aaron Leonard, Trooper

Vermont State Police – Derby

35 Crawford Road,

Derby, VT 05829

802-334-8881

aaron.leonard@vermont.gov

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI-Drugs

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A4005758                                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Chris Santic

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 05/29/26, 0002 hours

STREET: Scott Highway

TOWN: Ryegate

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Witherspoon Rd

WEATHER: Cloudy        

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Joseph Greenwood

AGE: 45    

SEAT BELT: N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lyndon, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2025

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Crosstrek

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor

INJURIES: None

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, State Police responded to Scott Highway, south of Witherspoon Rd, in Ryegate for a report of a single vehicle off the road.  The vehicle had been traveling west when it drifted off the north side of the roadway.  The operator, Greenwood, was uninjured but was showing signs of impairment.  He was subsequently taken into custody for suspicion of DUI.  Greenwood was transported to the State Police Barracks in St. Johnsbury for processing.  He was processed and released on a citation for DUI-Drugs.  Greenwood is scheduled to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court-Criminal Division on 09/30/26

 

LODGED - LOCATION: n/a        

BAIL: n/a

MUG SHOT: Y

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court – Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/30/26, 0830 hours       

 

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

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

 

 

Trooper Chris Santic

Vermont State Police-St. Johnsbury

1068 US RT 5, Suite 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont

Phone: (802) 748-3111 ext 3

 

Derby Barracks / Fugitive from Justice

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5002882

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Logan Miller                            

STATION:  Derby                   

CONTACT#: 802 334 8881

 

DATE/TIME: 05/28/2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Gore Rd, Morgan, VT

VIOLATION: Fugitive from Justice

 

ACCUSED: Lance Simons                                          

AGE: 55

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Morgan, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date, the Vermont State Police in conjunction with the Claremont PD of New Hampshire, took Lance Simons (55) of Morgan into custody for an extraditable out of state warrant from New Hampshire. Simons alleged crimes out of New Hampshire are as follows: Aggravated Felonious Sexual Assault x12, Felonious Sexual Assault x2, Aggravated Felonious Sexual Assault Pattern x6, Attempted Aggravated Felonious Sexual Assault, Attempted Felonious Sexual Assault x2. Simons was held at Northern State Correctional Facility on a lack of $50,000 bail.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/29/2026 @ 1230 hours        

COURT: Orleans County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: Northern State Correctional Facility

BAIL: $50,000

MUG SHOT: 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 Logan Miller

Vermont State Police

Troop A – Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Road

Derby, Vermont 05829

Logan.Miller@vermont.gov

(802) 334-8881

 

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St. Albans Barracks // Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26A2003377                                         

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Bodey Towle

STATION: St Albans                               

CONTACT#: (802) 524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 05/28/2026 / 2015 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 36

ROAD CONDITIONS: Clear

ACCUSED: Michael Marshia

AGE: 63

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: East Fairfield, VT

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Michael Marshia

AGE: 63

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: East Fairfield, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2017

VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota

VEHICLE MODEL: Camry

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Front-end

INJURIES: Non-life-threatening

HOSPITAL: Northwestern Medical Center

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On May 28th, 2026, at approximately 20:15 hours, Troopers from the St. Albans Barracks responded to a crash located on VT Route 36 in the town of Fairfield. Michael Marshia was identified as the operator of the motor vehicle. Marshia was transported to Northwestern Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries sustained in the crash.

 

Trooper Bodey Towle

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

140 Fisher Pond Rd.

St. Albans, VT 05478

802 524 5993

 

May 28, 2026

St. Albans Barracks / DUI

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

             

CASE#: 26A2003375

TROOPER:  Adam Martin                           

STATION: St Albans Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 05/28/2026 at approximately 1944 hours

LOCATION: US Route 2 S Alburg, VT

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: William Mudgett

AGE: 36

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Alburg, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 28th, 2026, at approximately 1944 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – St. Albans Barracks responded to the report of a single vehicle rollover on US Route 2 S in the Town of Alburg, VT. On scene, Troopers were able to identify the operator as William Mudgett (36) of Alburg, VT. While speaking with Mudgett, Mudgett demonstrated signs of impairment.

 

After a thorough investigation, Mudgett was placed under arrest for driving under the influence. Mudgett was then transported to the St. Albans Barracks for processing and issued a citation to appear in Grand Isle County Criminal Court on June 4th, 2026, at 0830 hours for the above charge.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE: 06/04/2026 at 0830 hours             

COURT: Grand Isle County Criminal Court

LODGED – LOCATION: N/A          

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

Trooper Adam Martin (221)

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

(802)524-5993

Adam.martin@vermont.gov

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Williston Barracks / Multiple charges

 

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A1003042

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Trooper Brandon Degre

STATION: Williston Barracks                     

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: About 7 p.m. March 11, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT

VIOLATION: Simple assault, disorderly conduct, grossly negligent operation

 

ACCUSED: Connie Anania

AGE: 53

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: South Burlington, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police has cited a woman on multiple charges following an investigation related to her conduct, including driving a car, on Dorset Street in South Burlington during a law-enforcement operation and subsequent protest March 11, 2026.

 

Connie Anania, 53, of South Burlington is due to appear at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, July 9, 2026, in the Criminal Division of Vermont Superior Court in Burlington to answer charges of simple assault, disorderly conduct, and grossly negligent operation of a motor vehicle.

 

VSP’s investigation determined that Anania drove on a closed section of Dorset Street that was occupied by numerous members of the public and law enforcement at about 7 p.m. March 11, at one point steering toward police and protesters in the median and placing state troopers in fear of being struck by the car.

 

Subsequent investigation identified the driver as Anania, who was cited on Thursday, May 28. Investigators also determined Anania was among demonstrators who impeded a law enforcement vehicle from attempting to leave the area of the protest.

 

No additional details are available at this time. The affidavit of probable cause will be filed with the court and becomes public following her arraignment.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 8:30 a.m. July 9, 2026            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Criminal Division, in Burlington

LODGED: no

BAIL: n/a

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 / Suspicious incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A3004275

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Sgt. Mathew Nadeau

STATION: Berlin Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10-11 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Maple Street, Waterbury, VT

INCIDENT TYPE: Suspicious incident

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police is investigating a suspicious incident that occurred between 10-11 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in the area of Maple Street in Waterbury. Anyone with information or video footage from this period of time is asked to call the Vermont State Police’s Berlin Barracks at 802-229-9191, or submit a tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

No further information is available at this time. The state police will provide updates as the investigation proceeds.

 

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UPDATE: New Haven Barracks / Missing Juveniles

On May 28, 2026, at approximately 0930 hours, the two juveniles were located safely at a residence in Bristol. 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#: 26B5002287

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Iain Carr                            

STATION: New Haven Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: May 27, 2026, at 2027 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Chickadee Lane, Starksboro

 

MISSING: Lylla Covey                                                

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT

 

MISSING: Jayden Bolduc                                                

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

 

 

On May 27, 2026, at approximately 2027 hours, Troopers from the New Haven Barracks were notified of missing persons on Chickadee Lane in Starksboro. Troopers learned that Lylla Covey (14) and Jayden Bolduc (13) have not been seen since the afternoon of May 27, 2026. Covey was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, jean shorts, and Birkenstock shoes. Bolduc was last seen wearing a black T-shirt and camo pants. Their exact whereabouts are unknown, and there are concerns about their well-being.

 

Anyone who has seen or has information on Covey and Bolduc’s whereabouts is asked to call the New Haven Barracks at 802-388-4919. Pictures of Covey and Bolduc have been attached to this release.

 

 

Update No. 1: VSP continues investigation into suspicious 2025 death in Sheldon

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Vermont State Police continues investigation into suspicious 2025 death in Sheldon

 

SHELDON, Vermont (Thursday, May 28, 2026) — The Vermont State Police is asking the public for any information related to a suspicious death that occurred last fall in Franklin County.

 

Matthew Turner, 55, was found dead Oct. 7, 2025, after first responders were called to his home on Bedard Road in Sheldon. The Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington determined the cause of Mr. Turner’s death was stab wounds of the chest, while the manner of death was listed as undetermined. State police detectives are continuing to investigate this death as suspicious.

 

VSP encourages anyone with information that might aid investigators to call Detective Sgt. Seth Richardson of the Major Crime Unit at 802-241-5031, email him at seth.richardson@vermont.gov, or submit an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

 

Matthew Turner

 

***Initial news release, 4:10 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025***

The Vermont State Police is investigating a suspicious death in the Franklin County town of Sheldon.

 

The investigation began early Tuesday morning, Oct. 7, 2025, when first responders were called to a home on Bedard Road for a report of a man who was unresponsive. Crews located the victim, later identified as 55-year-old Matthew Turner, and he was pronounced dead on scene. The victim’s body was brought to the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington for an autopsy, which was completed Wednesday, Oct. 8. Cause and manner of death remain pending, but the medical examiner notified VSP that the death appears suspicious.

 

Members of the Vermont State Police Major Crime Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigations, Crime Scene Search Team, Field Force Division and Victim Services Unit are handling the investigation.

 

VSP asks that anyone with information that could assist investigators call the St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993 or submit an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

No additional details are currently available at this time. The state police will provide updates as the case unfolds.

 

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FW: St. Albans Barracks /Missing Corvette from Fletcher / Request for Information

State Police are still attempting to locate the Corvette mentioned in the below media release. Anyone with information is asked to contact VSP St. Albans.

 

From: Kamerling, Michael
Sent: Friday, March 7, 2025 9:05 AM
To: DPS - VSP Media <DPS.VSPMedia@list.vermont.gov>
Subject: St. Albans Barracks /Missing Corvette from Fletcher / Request for Information

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A2001370

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Lt. Mike Kamerling                           

STATION:    St. Albans           

CONTACT#:  524-5993

 

DATE/TIME:  03/06/2025

INCIDENT LOCATION: Buck Mountain Road, Fletcher

VIOLATION:  Missing / Stolen Vehicle                                   

 

VICTIM: Charles Hagar

AGE:  65

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Fletcher VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: State Police are attempting to locate a missing 1993 Covette belonging to Charles Hagar of Fletcher, VT. In the summer of 2024, Hagar had allowed a friend of his to use the Corvette, but that friend unexpectedly passed away and the whereabouts of the Corvette are currently unknown. At this point this incident is non-criminal and troopers are just asking for public assistance in locating and returning the Corvette to Mr. Hagar. Please call the St. Albans Barracks with any information. (see attached likeness pic)

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Traffic Alert - i 91 sb wheelock

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

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
i 91 sb wheelock has one lane obstructed in the area of mm144 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.

Westminster Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1004622

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper Shae Riedinger                         

STATION:  Westminster Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 05/27/2026 at 1709 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 91 north near mile marker 53, Weathersfield, VT

VIOLATION: DUI, Gross Negligent Operation, Reckless Endangerment

 

ACCUSED: Brandon Bernier

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Littleton, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Vermont State Police responded to numerous reports of a wrong-way driver traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of Interstate 91 near mile marker 53 in the town of Weathersfield (Windsor County), Vermont. The vehicle was located and stopped near mile marker 25.6, in the town of Westminster (Windham County), and the operator was identified as Brandon Bernier (42) of Littleton, NH. While speaking with Bernier, Troopers observed signs of impairment. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Westminster Barracks for processing. Bernier was later released with a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division on June 16, 2026, at 0830 hours, to answer to the above charges.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/16/26 @ 0830 hours        

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windham 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.

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New Haven Barracks / Missing Juveniles


VSP News Release-Incident
 
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
 
NEWS RELEASE
       
CASE#: 26B5002287
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Iain Carr                            
STATION: New Haven Barracks                      
CONTACT#: 802-388-4919
 
DATE/TIME: May 27, 2026, at 2027 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Chickadee Lane, Starksboro
 
MISSING: Lylla Covey                                                
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT
 
MISSING: Jayden Bolduc                                                
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT
 
 
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
 
On May 27, 2026, at approximately 2027 hours, Troopers from the New Haven Barracks were notified of missing persons on Chickadee Lane in Starksboro. Troopers learned that Lylla Covey (14) and Jayden Bolduc (13) have not been seen since the afternoon of May 27, 2026. Covey was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, jean shorts, and Birkenstock shoes. Bolduc was last seen wearing a black T-shirt and camo pants. Their exact whereabouts are unknown, and there are concerns about their well-being.
 
Anyone who has seen or has information on Covey and Bolduc’s whereabouts is asked to call the New Haven Barracks at 802-388-4919. Pictures of Covey and Bolduc have been attached to this release.
 

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Williston Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1003942

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Kevin Rea                            

STATION: Williston                    

CONTACT#: (802) 878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: 05/27/26 @ 1745 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 100, Eden

VIOLATION: Arrest on Warrant

 

ACCUSED: Justin Lynch                                              

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Eden, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Troopers were conducting an investigation and contact was made with Justin Lynch (44). It was discovered Lynch had an active in-state arrest warrant. Lynch was taken into custody without incident and was lodged at Northeast Correctional Complex in St. Johnsbury and held on $50.00 bail. Lynch was issued a citation to appear before the Lamoille County Criminal Court on May 28th, 2026, at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/28/2026 @ 1230 hours           

COURT: Lamoille

LODGED - LOCATION: Northeast Correctional Complex    

BAIL: $50.00

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 arraignment time.

 

 

Trooper Kevin Rea

Vermont State Police

3294 St. George Road

Williston, VT 05495

802-878-7111

Kevin.Rea@vermont.gov 

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Berlin Barracks / DUI #1 / Negligent Operation

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3004248

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alyssa Nozka                             

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 05/27/2026 at 2044 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 N Exit 7 Off Ramp

VIOLATION: DUI #1, Negligent Operation

 

ACCUSED: Gordon Wisbach                                              

AGE: 81

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newton Centere, MA

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2019

VEHICLE MAKE: Lincoln

VEHICLE MODEL: Continental

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE: Totaled

INJURIES: Suspected Minor Injuries

HOSPITAL: CVMC

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 27, 2026, at approximately 2044 hours, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to a reported single vehicle crash located on I 89 N, Exit 7 off ramp. Upon arrival, Troopers observed a Lincoln Continental, operated by Gordon Wisbach (81) of Newton Centere, MA, down an embankment off the Exit 7 off ramp. While speaking with Wisbach, Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Wisbach was transported to Central Vermont Medical Center to be medically evaluated. Wisbach was later processed for DUI and issued a citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on July 09, 2026, at 08:30 hours.

 

Troopers were assisted on scene by Barre Town Ambulance.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  07/09/2026 at 0830 hours          

COURT: Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED: 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.

May 27, 2026

St. Albans Barracks // Domestic Assault

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2003140

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Bodey Towle                            

STATION: St. Albans                      

CONTACT#: (802) 524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: May 19th, 2026, at approximately 18:50 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Richford, VT

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Sabrena Murray                                             

AGE: 32

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Swanton, VT

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 19th, 2026, at approximately 18:50 hours, the Vermont State Police responded to Richford, VT, for a report of an assault. Through investigation, it was determined that Sabrena Murray caused pain and fear to a household member.

 

On May 27th, Murray was located and cited to appear at the Franklin County Superior Court, Criminal Division, to answer to the above charges.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: July 14th, 2026, at 0800 hours          

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court

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 arraignment time.

 

Trooper Bodey Towle

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

140 Fisher Pond Rd.

St. Albans, VT 05478

802 524 5993

 

St Albans Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE: 26A2003327

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Weed

STATION: St Albans Barracks 

CONTACT: 802-524-5993

 

INCIDENT DATE/TIME: 05/27/2026 at approximately 1921 hours

LOCATION: Main St, Enosburg, Vermont

VIOLATION: Disorderly Conduct/Criminal Threatening

 

ACCUSED: Stephanie Gaudette                            

AGE: 37

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Enosburg, Vermont

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 05/27/2026 at approximately 1921 hours, VSP was notified of a neighborly dispute at a residence on Main St in the town of Enosburg. Troopers from the Vermont State Police St Albans Barracks responded to the scene and ascertained that 37-year-old Stephanie Gaudette engaged in criminally threatening behavior towards a neighbor, as well as general conduct that was of a disorderly nature. Gaudette was issued a citation to appear before the Franklin County Superior Court- Criminal Division on 05/29/2026 at 1300 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/29/2026 at 1300 hours          

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court- Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N

BAIL: N

MUG SHOT: N

 

 

*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 Drug

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3004237

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper Ryan Normile                           

STATION: Berlin Barracks                  

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 05/27/2026 at 1500 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 64, Northfield

VIOLATION: DUI Drugs

 

ACCUSED:  Lydia Freeman                                             

AGE: 24

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers were conducting patrols in the area of VT Route 64 in the Town of Northfield. Troopers observed a vehicle traveling in excess of the posted speed limit. Troopers initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle and identified the operator as 24-year-old Lydia Freeman of Northfield, VT. While speaking with Freeman, Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Freeman was subsequently transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Freeman was released with a citation to appear to answer to the above charge.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/22/2026 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.

 

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VSP news release // 26B4003909 2 inmates charged with assaulted correctional officers

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B4003909

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

STATION: Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) Troop B-West Rutland Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802 773 9101

 

DATE/TIME: 5-21-26 1015 AM

INCIDENT LOCATION: Marble Valley Correctional Center (MVCC)

VIOLATION: Assault Upon Protected Professional

 

ACCUSED #1: Inmate Trayvon Kisling                                               

AGE: 21

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Staten Island NY

 

ACCUSED #2: Inmate Emanuel Brenes

AGE: 22

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland VT

 

VICTIM #1:  Correctional Officer Austen Rivers

AGE: 28

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland VT

 

VICTIM #2: Correctional Officer Michael Gould

AGE: 38

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:  The Vermont State Police BCI were notified of an incident that occurred at the MVCC on 5-21-26.  It was reported that 2 Correctional Officers (named above) were assaulted by 2 incarcerated inmates (named above).  Review of reports written by several correctional officers, and review of body camera footage of the incident aided in determining that the above inmates provoked a cell extraction after covering their cell window and refusing to comply with extensive attempts to deescalate by correctional officers.  During the cell extraction, both inmates assaulted the 2 correctional officers named above, with minor resulting injuries. 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 6-29-26        

COURT: Rutland Criminal Court

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

BAIL: No additional bail was sought for these new charges. 

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.

 

Detective Sgt. Jesse Robson

Vermont State Police Troop B – West

124 State Place Rutland VT 05701

802 773 9101

 

Traffic Alert - VT Route 22a, Vergennes

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
New Haven 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 22a, Vergennes has both lanes obstructed in the area of Elm St due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for 2-4 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.

New Haven Barracks/ MV Crash

STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
 
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
 
CASE #: 26B5002250
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Sean Hauter
STATION: New Haven
CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919
 
DATE/TIME: 5/26/2026, 1614 hours
STREET: VT-17
TOWN: Bristol
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: VT-116
WEATHER: Clear
ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry
 
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Kevin Kelley
AGE: 73
SEAT BELT? Y
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT
 
VEHICLE YEAR: 2011
VEHICLE MAKE: Ford
VEHICLE MODEL: F-350
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor
INJURIES: None
HOSPITAL: N/A
 
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
 
On 5/26/2026 at approximately 1614 hours, Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on VT Route 17, west of VT Route 116 in the Town of Bristol. Investigation revealed OP#1 was traveling east when he fell asleep. As a result, V#1 crossed the center line, left the westbound lane, and struck a telephone pole before coming to a position of controlled rest. No injuries resulted.
 
Troopers were assisted on scene by the Bristol Police Department and Bristol Fire Department.
 
VCVC(s): 23 VSA 1038, “Driving on roadways laned for traffic” ($220, 2 points)
COURT ACTION: N