Shaftsbury Barracks / DUI #2

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3004552

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jared Lacoste                              

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                     

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 08/18/26 at 2304 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Depot St, Manchester, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #2

 

ACCUSED: Richard P. Keir                                                

AGE: 38

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Manchester, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 08/18/26 at approximately 2304 hours, Troopers with the Vermont State Police-Shaftsbury Barracks were conducting routine patrol in the Town of Manchester, VT. Troopers conducted a traffic stop for an observed motor vehicle violation and identified the operator as Richard P. Keir (38) of Manchester, VT.

 

While speaking with Keir, multiple indicators of impairment were detected. Keir was arrested without incident and transported to the Manchester Police Department for processing. Keir was later released and issued a citation to appear in the Bennington County Superior Court on 08/31/26.  

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/31/26 at 0815 Hours            

COURT: Benington

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

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.

 

Derby Barracks / Violation of Conditions of Release

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5004726

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Logan Miller                            

STATION:  Derby                   

CONTACT#: 802 334 8881

 

DATE/TIME: 08/18/2026 @ 2035 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Walmart – Derby, VT

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Released

 

ACCUSED: Timothy Souliere                                              

AGE: 63

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barton, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, The Vermont State Police responded to the report of a male who was causing a scene in Walmart in the Town of Derby, VT. Investigation revealed Souliere attempted to purchased alcohol several times and was denied each time due to already being intoxicated. While Souliere was in the store, Souliere threatened a store employee. Furthermore, Souliere had active pretrial conditions of release not to consume/possess or purchase alcohol, a 24 hour curfew at his residence and not to engage in violent, threatening, or tumultuous behavior.

Souliere was placed under arrest, transported to the Derby Barracks for processing and later transported to Northern State Correctional Facility.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:   08/19/2026 @ 1230 hours        

COURT: Orleans County Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION:  Northern State Correctional Facility

BAIL: $500

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

 

Derby Barracks / DUI Drug

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#:26A5004666

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Richard Berlandy                            

STATION: Derby                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 08/15/2026 @ 0911

INCIDENT LOCATION: US Route 5, Derby

VIOLATION: Driving Under the Influence of Narcotics

 

ACCUSED: Cathrine Teixeira                                              

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Derby Line, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police received a report of a person who was passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle in a parking lot.  Troopers responded along with Sheriffs from the Orleans County Sheriff Department and Newport Ambulance Services.  The operator was identified as Cathrine Teixeira (42) and subsequent investigation led Troopers to arrest Teixeira on suspicion of Driving Under the Influence of Drugs.   Teixeira was transported to the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks for processing and later released on a citation to appear in Orleans County Superior Court.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:09/15/2026 @ 0830 AM         

COURT: Orleans County Superior Court

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED IMAGE

 

 

*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 Richard Berlandy

Vermont State Police | Troop A - Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Rd, Derby, VT 05829

802.334.8881 | Richard.berlandy@vermont.gov

 

 

Fw: Traffic Alert - VT Route 9 at Old Hogback Rd, Marlboro

FD has cleared and the roadway is back open. 

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From: Deslauriers, Katherine via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 7:46 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - VT Route 9 at Old Hogback Rd, Marlboro

 

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
Westminster

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 9 at Old Hogback Rd, Marlboro has both lanes obstructed in the area of tree down across roadway due to a crash.

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

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Fatal Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A4008620                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Riley Fenoff

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 08/18/2026 at 1630 hours

STREET: Lower Waterford Road

TOWN: Waterford

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Birch Tree Lane

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear           

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Norma St. Germain

AGE: 84

SEAT BELT?: No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barnet, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2023

VEHICLE MAKE: Kia

VEHICLE MODEL: Soul

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Damage to front left and right quarter panel, front bumper, and right passenger side.

INJURIES: Fatal

HOSPITAL: N/A 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to the report of a single vehicle off the roadway on Lower Waterford Road in the town of Waterford, Vermont.

Troopers arrived on scene along with members of Barnet FD, Waterford FD, and Calex Ambulance. Vehicle 1 was located crashed off the edge of the roadway. The operator of vehicle #1 was identified as Norma St. Germain, 84, of Barnet, Vermont. St. Germain was unresponsive at the scene, where she was pronounced deceased. St. Germain’s vehicle was totaled suffering significant damage to front left and right quarter panel, front bumper, and right passenger side. 

Initial investigation indicated that at the time of the crash, St. Germain was traveling west on Lower Waterford Rd and failed to navigate a left-hand turn in the roadway after passing the intersection of Birch Tree Lane.  St. Germain continued to travel west before crashing into a group of trees.

This investigation is still ongoing, but neither impairment nor speed appear to be factors. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident is asked to contact the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111.

*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 Riley Fenoff

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 #1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

(802) 748-3111

 

Traffic Alert - VT Route 9 at Old Hogback Rd, Marlboro

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Westminster

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 9 at Old Hogback Rd, Marlboro has both lanes obstructed in the area of tree down across roadway due to a crash.

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

Royalton Barracks / Missing Person

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2004597

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Daniel Arrato                       

STATION: Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks                

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 7/11/2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Whitney Hill Rd, Tunbridge / Maple Street, Hartford, VT

VIOLATION: Missing Person

 

 

VICTIM: Trinity Pelletier

AGE: 19

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Tunbridge, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On August 18, 2026, at approximately 0908 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of a missing person. Trinity Pelletier, age 19 of Tunbridge, VT, was last seen in Hartford, VT on August 8, 2026. Trinity is described as approximately 5’5” tall, 115lbs, with brown eyes, pink dyed hair, and notable tattoos on her face and hands. At this time there are concerns for her well-being. Anyone with information concerning Trinity’s whereabouts, please contact the Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks at 802-234-9933.

 

 

 

Trooper Daniel Arrato

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks – Troop B

2011 VT Route 107

Bethel, VT 05032

 

 

Berlin Barracks/ Burglary- Request for Information

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5006956

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper David Lambert                          

STATION: Berlin                    

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 8/18/2026 at 0452 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Champlain Farms at 5127 Main St. Waitsfield, VT

VIOLATION: Burglary

 

ACCUSED: Pending                                      

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time the Vermont State Police received an alarm activation at the Champlain Farms in Waitsfield, VT. Subsequent investigation indicated two suspects arrived in what appears to be a VW sedan (see attached images) and broke into the store. The suspects stole $100 in cash, cigarettes, vape pens, and lighters. Images of the car and suspects are attached. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Trooper Lambert at the Berlin State Police Barracks at (802)229-9191 or submit a tip on the Vermont State Police website.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Pending

 

 

Trooper David Lambert

Vermont State Police

Berlin Barracks

(802)229-9191

 

Berlin Barracks / Domestic Assault

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3006954

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kevin Charney                            

STATION:  Berlin Barracks                   

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 08/17/2026 at 2216 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Palmer Rd, Williamstown

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault, Offense Committed Within the Presence of a Child

 

ACCUSED: David Bussman                                               

AGE:42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Williamstown, VT

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Vermont State Police were notified of a family fight that occurred on Palmer Road in Williamstown, VT. Troopers responded to the scene, and subsequent investigation revealed that 42-year-old David Bussman caused pain and fear to a household member. Bussman was taken into custody and transported to the Berlin Barracks without incident. Bussman was released with a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court- Orange Criminal Division on 08/18/2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  08/18/2026 1230 hours          

COURT: Vermont Superior Court- Orange 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.

 

 

Williston Barracks / DUI #1

CASE#: 26A1006220

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ahmed Sharif                           

STATION: Williston Barracks                   

CONTACT#: (802) 878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: August 17, 2026 at approximately 1830 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 89 NB Exit 14, South Burlington

VIOLATION: DUI #1

 

 

ACCUSED: Juvenile  

AGE: 17

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Essex, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On August 17, 2026, at approximately 1830 hours, Vermont State Police received a motor vehicle complaint regarding a vehicle observed entering the interstate and throwing beer cans from the window. Troopers located the vehicle on Interstate 89 Northbound at mile marker 96.8 and conducted a motor vehicle stop. While speaking with the operator, who was a juvenile, troopers detected indicators of impairment.

 

The juvenile operator was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Vermont State Police Williston Barracks for DUI processing. The juvenile was later released with a citation to appear in Family Court to answer to the charge of DUI #1.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  Family Court Scheduled.             

COURT: Chittenden

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.

 

 

Trooper Ahmed Sharif

Vermont State Police - Williston

3294 St. George Road

Williston, VT 05495 

(802) 878-7111

 

 

St. Albans Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 26A2005402

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Bodey Towle

STATION: St. Albans Barracks            

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 08/17/2026 / 22:41 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 105 / Pond Rd, Sheldon, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #1

 

ACCUSED: Jacob Madden                          

AGE: 32

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Sheldon, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers with the Vermont State Police St. Albans Barracks were on routine patrol in the town of Sheldon, VT. Troopers conducted a traffic stop based on multiple motor vehicle violations. Troopers identified the operator as Jacob Madden (32) of St. Albans, VT.

 

While speaking with Madden, indicators of impairment were detected. Madden was arrested without incident and transported to the St. Albans Barracks for processing. He was later issued a citation to appear in Franklin County Superior Court and released.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME:  9/1/2026 @ 0800 hours         

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court

LODGED: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

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

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

 

Trooper Bodey Towle

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

140 Fisher Pond Rd.

St. Albans, VT 05478

802 524 5993

 

Update No. 1: Derby Barracks / Shooting with injury, assault

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A5004696

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Sgt. David Robillard

STATION: VSP Derby

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: About 8:35 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: 250 Holliday Rd., Albany, VT

INCIDENT TYPE: Shooting with injury, assault

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police investigation into Sunday’s shooting incident in Albany remains active and ongoing.

 

VSP is able to identify the shooting victim as Timothy Magee, 45, of Albany. He is hospitalized in critical but stable condition at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington. Also injured in this incident was Jessica Prue, 45, of Albany, who was physically assaulted.

 

Detectives with VSP’s Bureau of Criminal Investigations and Major Crime Unit are continuing to gather evidence and conduct interviews. The Crime Scene Search Team and Victim Services Unit also are participating in the investigation.

 

The state police continues to encourage anyone with information that might assist in this case to call the Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881 or provide an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

 

***Initial news release, 10:55 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026***

The Vermont State Police is investigating after a man was shot and injured Sunday night, Aug. 16, 2026, in the Orleans County town of Albany.

 

The investigation began when state police received a report of a shooting at about 8:35 p.m. at a home on Holliday Road. Responding personnel located a man with a serious injury and transported him to North Country Hospital in Newport. A woman also sustained injuries consistent with a physical assault and was treated on scene. Both victims are residents of the home where the incident occurred.

 

Investigators are searching for an older model green Subaru Forester with Massachusetts plates. The registration contains the numbers 4553.

 

This investigation is in its earliest stages. VSP believes this was an isolated incident involving individuals who knew each other, and there is no identified threat to the public at large. The victims’ names are being withheld pending further investigation and notification of relatives.

 

This investigation involves members of the Vermont State Police Major Crime Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigations and Field Force Division. Glover Ambulance and Orleans Ambulance also responded.

 

Anyone who sees the vehicle in question or who has any information about this incident should call the Vermont State Police in Derby at 802-334-8881. Anonymous tips also can be provided online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

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

 

St. Albans Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2004506

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Carson Cowhig                       

STATION: St. Albans Barracks                  

CONTACT#: (802)-524-5993 option 3

 

DATE/TIME: 7/13/2026 1533 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Highgate, VT

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release x54, Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order x54

 

ACCUSED: Mark Maskell Jr.                                         

AGE: 39

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Highgate, VT

 

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

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On July 13^th, 2026, the Vermont State Police received a complaint of Violation of Conditions of Release and Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order. Through investigation, it was determined that Mark Maskell Jr., 39, of Highgate, committed multiple Violations of Conditions of release and Violations of an Abuse Prevention Order while incarcerated. Mark Maskell Jr. was issued a citation on 8/15/2026 at approximately 1630 hours. Maskell is cited to appear in Franklin County Court on 9/29/2026 at 0800 hours to answer to the aforementioned charges.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 9/29/2026 0800         

COURT: Franklin County Court

LODGED - LOCATION: Incarcerated at Northeast Correctional Facility     

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.

 

Trooper Carson Cowhig

Vermont State Police 

St. Albans Field Station

140 Fisher Pond Rd. 

St. Albans, VT 05478

(802)-524-5993 option 3

 

Vermont State Police Watch Commander schedule, Aug. 17-23, 2026

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of Aug. 17-23, 2026. 

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

 

Watch Commander – North

Lt. Thomas Howard

thomas.howard@vermont.gov

 

 

Watch Commander – South

Lt. Robert McKenna

robert.mckenna@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

 

 

Westminster Barracks / Gross Neg. Op.

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1006439

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper Karson Kruger                      

STATION: Vermont State Police – Westminster Barracks                

CONTACT#:  802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 07/20/2026 at approximately 1137 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Putney, Vermont

VIOLATION: Grossly Negligent Operation

 

ACCUSED: Ayble Ford                                           

AGE:  28

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Brattleboro, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 08/17/2026 at approximately 1130 hours Ayble Ford, 28, of Brattleboro, Vermont was issued a citation for Grossly Negligent Operation. This followed the conclusion of an investigation pertaining to a crash that occurred on 07/20/2026. Ford is cited to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Criminal Division on 10/20/2026 at 0830 to answer to the aforementioned charges.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/20/2026 @ 0830 hours      

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division    

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

Derby Barracks / Fugitive From Justice / Canaan Port of Entry

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5004692

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper James Gallup                           

STATION: Derby                    

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 8/16/2026 at approximately 1543 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US Port of Entry - Canaan, VT

VIOLATION: Fugitive From Justice

 

ACCUSED: David Zouzout                                             

AGE: 40

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Cote-Saint-Luc, Quebec (Canada)

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 8/16/26 at approximately 1543 hours, the State Police were contacted by the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Port of Entry in Canaan, VT stating they had a male by the name of David Zouzout who had an active arrest warrant out of Edwardsville, Illinois. Zouzout was entering the U.S. border in Canaan, VT from Canada. U.S. Customs agents and the Vermont State Police verified the arrest warrant was active and extraditable and verified Zouzout's identity in numerous ways. The arrest warrant from Illinois was for three counts of Soliciting Child Pornography, one count of Soliciting a Sexual Act from a Minor, and one count of Grooming a Minor. Zouzout was taken into custody by the Vermont State Police and is being held on $50,000.00 dollars bail at Northern State Correctional Facility in Newport, VT.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 8/18/2026 at 1230 hours.         

COURT: Essex County

LODGED - LOCATION:  Northern State Correctional Facility   

BAIL: $50,000.00 Dollars

MUG SHOT: NOT AVAILABLE

Williston Barracks / Negligent Operation, Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1006210

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Shawn Morrow                             

STATION: Williston                     

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: August 16, 2026 at approximately 2309 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 7 / Higbee Road, Charlotte

VIOLATION:

- Negligent Operation

- Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Justin Walters                                               

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Colchester, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On August 16, 2026 at approximately 2309 hours, the Vermont State Police observed a vehicle travelling southbound on Vermont Route 7 in the area of Church Hill Road in the town of Charlotte, at a speed well in excess of the posted 50 miles per hour. RADAR was activated and confirmed the speed at 84 miles per hour. The vehicle then continued to operate in a negligent manner at a high rate of speed.

 

A motor vehicle stop was conducted, and the operator was identified by his Vermont license as Justin Walters (42) of Colchester, VT.

 

Walters was issued a citation to appear at the Chittenden County Superior Court, Criminal Division to answer the charge of Negligent Operation & Excessive Speed. Walters was also issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint for Title 23 VSA Section 1081(b), which carries a penalty of 2 points and a waiver amount of $517.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: September 29, 2026 at 0830 hours           

COURT: Chittenden

 

*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 / Shooting with injury, assault

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26A5004696

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Sgt. David Robillard

STATION: VSP Derby

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: About 8:35 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: 250 Holliday Rd., Albany, VT

INCIDENT TYPE: Shooting with injury, assault

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police is investigating after a man was shot and injured Sunday night, Aug. 16, 2026, in the Orleans County town of Albany.

 

The investigation began when state police received a report of a shooting at about 8:35 p.m. at a home on Holliday Road. Responding personnel located a man with a serious injury and transported him to North Country Hospital in Newport. A woman also sustained injuries consistent with a physical assault and was treated on scene. Both victims are residents of the home where the incident occurred.

 

Investigators are searching for an older model green Subaru Forester with Massachusetts plates. The registration contains the numbers 4553.

 

This investigation is in its earliest stages. VSP believes this was an isolated incident involving individuals who knew each other, and there is no identified threat to the public at large. The victims’ names are being withheld pending further investigation and notification of relatives.

 

This investigation involves members of the Vermont State Police Major Crime Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigations and Field Force Division. Glover Ambulance and Orleans Ambulance also responded.

 

Anyone who sees the vehicle in question or who has any information about this incident should call the Vermont State Police in Derby at 802-334-8881. Anonymous tips also can be provided online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

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

 

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