New Haven Barracks / Arrest On Warrant

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE               

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B5004583

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Taylor Demick

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT#: (802)388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 10/27/2026 at 0026 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Stage Road / US Route 7

TOWN/STATE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont

 

VIOLATIONS: Arrest On Warrant

 

ACCUSED: Kevin R. Langlais

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 27^th, 2026, at approximately 0026 hours, the Vermont State Police conducted a traffic stop after an observed motor vehicle violation on Stage Road near the intersection with US Route 7 in the Town of Ferrisburgh. The passenger was identified as Kevin R. Langlais (44) of Ferrisburgh, Vermont. Investigation revealed

Langlais was found to have an active in-state warrant for Failure to Appear stemming from the charge of DUI #1 - Influence.  Langlais was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the New Haven State Police Barracks for processing. At the conclusion of processing, Langlais was transported to the Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility where he was held for lack of $200.00 bail.      

 

CHARGE: Failure to Appear – DUI #1 – Influence

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/27/2026 at 1230 hours          

COURT: Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility 

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. 

 

Berlin Barracks / Conditions of Release Violation

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3008883

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Katie Finn                          

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/22/2026 1923 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Flint Road, Williamstown

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release

 

ACCUSED: Todd Jones Jr.                                               

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barre, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Vermont State Police received a report of a domestic disturbance on Flint Road in Williamstown, VT. Subsequent investigation revealed that 42-year-old Todd Jones Jr. violated his court-ordered conditions of release. On 10/26/2026, Jones Jr. was issued a citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court, Orange Criminal Division, to answer to the above charge.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/25/2026 0800 hours         

COURT: Vermont Superior Court- Orange Criminal Division

LODGED: N  

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.

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI-Refusal

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 26A4010907

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper James LeBlanc                     

STATION:  St. Johnsbury                  

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/26/2026 at 0024 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 91 North, St. Johnsbury

VIOLATION: DUI Refusal

 

ACCUSED: Joseph Shanahan

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lyndon, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were on routine patrol in the town of St. Johnsbury, VT. Troopers observed a motor vehicle violation and subsequently conducted a motor vehicle stop. During the stop, Troopers detected signs of impairment. Shanahan was arrested for suspicion of DUI and transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Shanahan was later issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court – Criminal Division and released.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/16/2026 at 0830 hours          

COURT: Caledonia

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.

 

St. Albans Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE #: 26A2007209 / 26A2007206

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Christopher Blanco

STATION: St Albans

CONTACT #: (802) 524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, 2010 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I 89 S MM 115, St. Albans, VT

VIOLATION: Arrest on Federal Warrant

 

ACCUSED: Jesse Sweet

AGE: 31

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Swanton, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 10/25/2026 at approximately 2010 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle traveling South Bound on I 89 in the Town of St. Albans. With the assistance of the Swanton Police Department, one of the passengers of the vehicle was able to be identified as Jesse Sweet (31) of Swanton, VT. Sweet was known by Troopers to have an active warrant for his arrest from the United States Marshall Service. Sweet was taken into custody and later transported to Northwest State Correctional Facility.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: N/A

COURT: Federal

LODGED - LOCATION: Northwest State Correctional Facility

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NOT AVAILABLE

 

 

Trooper Christopher Blanco

Vermont State Police – St. Albans

140 Fisher Pond Road

St. Albans, VT 05468

(802) 524-5993

 

Vermont State Police Watch Commander schedule, Oct. 26 to Nov. 1, 2026

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of Oct. 26 to Nov. 1, 2026. 

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

 

Watch Commander – North

Lt. Dustin Robinson

dustin.robinson@vermont.gov

 

 

Watch Commander – South

Lt. Neil Carey

neil.carey@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

 

 

Berlin Barracks / Excessive Speed / Negligent Operation

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 26A3008963

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alyssa Nozka

STATION: Berlin

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, at approximately 1841 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I 89 N, Berlin, VT

VIOLATIONS:  Excessive Speed / Negligent Operation

 

ACCUSED: Athena Jacobowitz Teatum

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Somerville, MA

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Vermont State Police were conducting speed enforcement on I 89 N near Exit 7 in the Town of Berlin. The posted speed limit in that area is 65 mph. Troopers observed a vehicle traveling at 98 mph. The vehicle continued traveling at an excessive amount of speed in the passing lane, failed to maintain its lane and nearly collided with a guardrail before a traffic stop was conducted. The vehicle was stopped without incident, and the operator was identified as Athena Jacobowitz Teatum (33) of Somerville, MA. Athena was issued a criminal citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on November 12, 2026, at 8:30 am to answer to the above charges. Additionally, Athena was issued several civil tickets carrying a total waiver amount of $885 and 4 points.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/12/2026 at 0830 hours         

COURT: Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION:   N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

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

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

Shaftsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005749

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini                            

STATION: Shaftsbury                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: October 23, 2026, approx. 2102 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Green Mountain Mobile Home Park, Pownal

VIOLATION: Aggravated disorderly conduct; Disorderly conduct (x4)

 

ACCUSED: Samuel Gates                                               

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

VICTIM #1: Donald J. Burdick, Jr.

AGE: 69

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

VICTIM #2: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

VICTIMS #3-5: Juvenile victims

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, Troopers responded to a report of an assault at the Green Mountain Mobile Home Park in Pownal, VT. Through investigation, it was determined that Samuel Gates (42) of Pownal, VT, had engaged in threatening and tumultuous behavior. Some of this behavior was directed specifically at Donald J. Burdick, Jr. (69) of Pownal, VT, and some was directed generally at four other victims. Gates was issued a citation and ordered to appear at Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on December 14, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: December 14, 2026, 0830 hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: No    

BAIL: No

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 / Unlawful Mischief

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005749

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Arel                            

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 10/23/2026 | 2102 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Pownal, VT

VIOLATION:

• Unlawful Mischief

 

ACCUSED: Tori M. Morse                                            

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

VICTIM: Michael A. Martin

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 23, 2026, the Vermont State Police was notified of an assault occurring at the Green Mountain Trailer Park involving a large group of people. Following an investigation, it was discovered that Tori M. Morse (25) had caused damage to property that belonged to Michael A. Martin (44). Morse was issued a criminal citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division on December 21st, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/21/2026 | 0830 Hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: NO

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 Michael Arel

Vermont State Police

“B” Troop – Shaftsbury

96 Airport Road

Shaftsbury, VT 05262

(802) 442-5421

 

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Aggravated Disorderly Conduct

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005749

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Arel                            

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 10/23/2026 | 2102 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Pownal, VT

VIOLATION:

• Aggravated Disorderly Conduct

 

ACCUSED: Fredrick P. Gates                                      

AGE: 21

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

 

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

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 23, 2026, the Vermont State Police was notified of an assault occurring at the Green Mountain Trailer Park involving a large group of people. It was discovered that Fredrick P. Gates (21) was acting threating and tumultuous towards a victim of an assault. Gates was issued a criminal citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division on December 14th, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/14/2026 | 0830 Hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A    

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NOT AVAILABLE

 

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

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

--

Trooper Michael Arel

Vermont State Police

“B” Troop – Shaftsbury

96 Airport Road

Shaftsbury, VT 05262

(802) 442-5421

 

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Negligent Operation & LSA

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE - CRASH

       

CASE#: 26A4010866

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Goodwin                           

STATION: St. Johnsbury                 

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/26 approximately 03:50 AM

INCIDENT LOCATION: Cheslea Rd, Bradford, VT

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation & Leaving the Scene of a Crash

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Trystine Brennan - Hess

AGE: 25
SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Greensboro, VT

 

DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLE: Nissan Versa

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE: Totaled

 

INJURIES: None

WEATHER: Clear        

ROAD COND: Dry

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 10/25/2026 at approximately 03:50 AM, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury barracks were dispatched to a report of a one vehicle crash involving a telephone pole in the town of Bradford, VT. The caller advised the operator was not with the vehicle.  At approximately 5:00 PM Troopers made contact with the operator who identified herself as Trystine Brennan – Hess.  She met with Troopers at the Bradford Outpost where she was processed and released with a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court - Criminal Division.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/25/26          

COURT: Orange

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A    

BAIL: N/A

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.

 

Update No. 1: Berlin Barracks / Fatal crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A3008926                            

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kevin Charney

STATION: Berlin Barracks                                 

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/2025 1554 hours

STREET: Plunkton Rd

TOWN: Warren

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Southview Rd

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry Gravel and Dirt

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Juvenile #1

AGE: 16   

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Duxbury, VT

 

PASSENGER: Gracie Dunbar

AGE: 14

SEAT BELT? N

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Duxbury, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2006

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Impreza

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Extensive front end damage

INJURIES: Minor Injuries and Fatality

HOSPITAL: Central Vermont Medical Center and University of Vermont Medical Center

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

The Vermont State Police is identifying the victim who died in this crash as 14-year-old Gracie Dunbar of Duxbury. 

 

The investigation into this incident is continuing, and no further information is currently available. 

 

 

***Initial news release, 12:25 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026***

On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police responded to Plunkton Rd at the intersection of Southview Rd in Warren for a reported single vehicle crash. Investigation determined Juvenile #1 was driving south bound on Plunkton Rd in a Subaru Impreza at a high rate of speed and lost control while negotiating a curve in the roadway. Juvenile #1’s vehicle left the right side of the roadway where it collided with a tree causing extensive damage to the passenger side front door and frame.

 

Juvenile #1 reported minor injuries in the crash and was transported to the Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC) in Berlin for further evaluation. Gracie Dunbar was flighted by Dartmouth Hitchcock Advanced Response Team (DHART) to the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC) in Burlington for major injuries. After lifesaving efforts Dunbar was pronounced deceased at UVMMC from the injuries she sustained during the crash.

 

The investigation into this incident is ongoing. There are no further details at this time.

 

 

 

New Haven Barracks/ DUI #1 Refusal

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE #: 26B5004560

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Sean Hauter

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, 1443 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US-7 & VT-22A, Ferrisburgh, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #1 Refusal

ACCUSED: Haylei Lawrence

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Jeffersonville, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 10/25/2026 at approximately 1443 hours, Troopers received a report of an erratic driver on US Route 7 in the Town of Ferrisburgh. Troopers located and stopped the vehicle near the intersection of VT Route 22A. The operator was identified as Haylei Lawrence (20) of Jeffersonville, VT. While speaking with Lawrence, Troopers detected indicators of impairment.

Lawrence was screened, placed under arrest, and transported to the Vergennes Police Department for processing. During processing, Lawrence refused to provide an evidentiary breath test. At the conclusion of processing, Lawrence was released with a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division at a later date.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/9/2026, 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.

Royalton Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2006179

RANK/TROOPER NAME: Trooper Geno

STATION: Royalton Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, 11:50am

STREET: Interstate 89 south, mile marker 23  

TOWN: Royalton, VT

 

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation, Reckless Endangerment and Disorderly Conduct.

ACCUSED: Zachary Geissler

AGE: 29

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Hartford, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 25th, 2026 at approximately 11:50am, there were numerous 911 calls from motorists traveling on Interstate 89 south, in the area of mile marker 23 in the Town of Royalton. Callers advised a vehicle was traveling at an excessive speed and was exhibiting road rage type behavior. Troopers were able to locate the vehicle and conduct a traffic stop. The operator was identified as Zachary Geissler (29) of Hartford, VT. Geissler was issued a citation to appear in Windsor County Superior Court to answer to the charges of Negligent Operation, Reckless Endangerment and Disorderly Conduct.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/1/2026 at 8:15 AM          

COURT: Windsor County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

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

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

    

 

Trooper Stacia Geno
Vermont State Police 
B Troop - Royalton Barracks
2011 VT Route 107
Bethel, VT 05032
(802)234-9933
stacia.geno@vermont.gov

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI & DLS

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4010839

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Nally                             

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/24/26 @ 0126 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Portland St, St. Johnsbury

VIOLATION: DUI & DLS

 

ACCUSED: Ashleigh Putnam                                              

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time Troopers from the Vermont State Police initiated a traffic stop based on multiple motor vehicle violations. Troopers made contact with the operator who was identified as Putnam. Investigation revealed that Putnam had operated under the influence and her license was currently criminally suspended. Putnam was taken into custody and transported to the Vermont State Police Barracks for processing. Putnam was later released on a citation.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/09/26 @ 0830 hours           

COURT: Caledonia

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 William Nally

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 # 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

802-748-3111

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Excessive Speed

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4010882

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Nally                            

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/26 @ 1409 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I91 MM 130 SB, St. Johnsbury

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: David Mahfar                                              

AGE: 19

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Boston, MA

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time Troopers from the Vermont State Police observed a vehicle traveling well above the posted speed limit of 65mph. RADAR confirmed the speed to be 106mph. Troopers initiated a traffic stop and made contact with the operator who was identified as Mahfar. Mahfar was taken into custody and transported to the Vermont State Police Barracks for processing. Mahfar was later released on a citation.

 

Mahfar was also issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint with a waiver amount of $613 and 2-points.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/16/26 @ 0830 hours          

COURT: CALEODNIA

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 William Nally

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 # 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

802-748-3111

 

Royalton Barracks / Unlawful Mischief

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2006177

RANK/TROOPER NAME: Trooper Robidoux

STATION: Royalton Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, 8:15am

STREET: Harlow Hill   

TOWN: Randolph, VT

 

VIOLATION: Unlawful Mischief

ACCUSED: Kelsey Nott

AGE: 32

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Randolph, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 25^th, 2026, at approximately 8:15am, there was a disturbance at a residence on Harlow Hill in the Town of Randolph. During the investigation, it was determined that Kelsey Nott (32) of Randolph, VT caused damage to the victim’s truck. Nott was given a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court to answer to the charge of Unlawful Mischief.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/19/2026 at 8:30 AM           

COURT: Orange County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

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

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

 

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Michael Robidoux

Vermont State Police

Email: michael.robidoux@vermont.gov

Phone: 802-234-9933

Royalton Barracks / Unlawful Mischief

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2006177

RANK/TROOPER NAME: Trooper Robidoux

STATION: Royalton Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026, 8:15am

STREET: Harlow Hill   

TOWN: Randolph, VT

 

VIOLATION: Unlawful Mischief

ACCUSED: Jacob Lapan

AGE: 35

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Randolph, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 25^th, 2026, at approximately 8:15am, there was a disturbance at a residence on Harlow Hill in the Town of Randolph. During the investigation, it was determined that Jacob Lapan (35) of Randolph, VT caused damage to the victim’s SUV. Lapan was given a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court to answer to the charge of Unlawful Mischief.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/19/2026 at 8:30 AM           

COURT: Orange County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

 

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

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

 

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Michael Robidoux

Vermont State Police

Email: michael.robidoux@vermont.gov

Phone: 802-234-9933

Westminster Barracks / VAPO

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1009432

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kunow                              

STATION: Westminster                     

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026 at approximately 1006 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Pine Banks Road, Westminster

VIOLATION: Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order

 

ACCUSED: Dakota Derby                                       

AGE: 29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Westminster, Vermont

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 10/25/26 at approximately 1006 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of a civil dispute. A subsequent investigation revealed that 29-year-old Dakota Derby had committed the offense of Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order. Derby was arrested and transported to the Westminster Barracks for processing, where he was cited and scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division on 10/26/2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/25/2026 12:30 PM       

COURT: Windham

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.