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)

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.

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.

 

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 

 

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.

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 27^th, 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.

 

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

Rutland Barracks / DUI

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B4004027

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kolby Baldwin                               

STATION: Rutland                    

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: 05-25-26 / 2022 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: North Main St, Rutland, VT

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: David Barker

AGE: 45

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT

 

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

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 25, 2026, at approximately 2022 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police-Rutland Barracks were on routine patrol near the intersection of US Rt 7 and Woodstock Ave in Rutland City, Vt, when they observed a motor vehicle violation.

 

A traffic stop was conducted where troopers identified the operator as David Barker of Rutland, VT. While speaking to Barker, Troopers observed indicators of impairment. Barker was screened roadside and taken into custody without incident, and transported to the State Police Barracks in Rutland Town for processing. At the conclusion of processing, Barker was released with a citation to appear at Rutland Superior Court at a later date and time.

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Yes

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/15/26 at 1000 AM

           

*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.

 

 

 

 

Rutland Barracks / Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B4004053

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kolby Baldwin

STATION: Rutland                                   

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: 05-26-26 / 2002 hours

STREET: US Rt 7

TOWN: Pittsford

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Alpine Acres

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Cynthia Roth

AGE: 56

SEAT BELT? N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Killington, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2005

VEHICLE MAKE: Harley Davidson

VEHICLE MODEL: Sportster 120

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Significant

INJURIES: Serious

HOSPITAL: Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On May 26, 2026, at approximately 2002 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police-Rutland Barracks were notified of a motorcycle crash located on US Rt 7 near Alpine Acres Rd, Pittsford, VT.

 

The investigation determined Operator #1 was traveling southbound on US Rt 7 when a deer entered the roadway. Operator #1 was unable to avoid the deer, resulting in a crash. Vehicle #1 was at a position of uncontrolled rest on the shoulder of the roadway.

 

Troopers on scene were assisted by Pittsford First Response, Pittsford Fire Department, Regional Ambulance Service, and Carrara’s Towing.

 

 

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

        

CASE#: 26B3002832

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Craig Negrin                             

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802)442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: May 26th, 2026, at approximately 2319 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: U.S. Route 7 / Oak Hill School Road, Pownal, Vermont

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: James E. Lane                                               

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 26th, 2026, at approximately 2319 hours, on US Route 7 in Pownal, Troopers observed a vehicle driving Southbound near Oak Hill School Road at a speed of 100 mph. The posted speed in that area is 50 mph. A traffic stop was conducted, and the operator of the vehicle was identified as James Edward Lane (25) of Pownal, VT. Lane was cited for Excessive Speed and ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division, on July 6th, 2026, at 0830 hours. 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: July 6th, 2026 at 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.

 

New Haven Barracks / DUI #2

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 26B5002256

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sergeant Jon Prack                         

STATION: VSP New Haven                   

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 05/26/2026 at approximately 2001 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Mount Independence, Orwell, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #2

 

ACCUSED: Nathen Sheldon                                         

AGE: 37

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland Town, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, the Vermont State Police – New Haven Barracks received a report of a suspicious individual parked along the side of Mount Independence Road in the Town of Orwell. While enroute Troopers were advised the individual was leaving the scene on a motorcycle. Troopers responded and identified the operator as Nathen Sheldon (37) of Rutland Town. While speaking with Troopers, Sheldon displayed signs of impairment.

 

Sheldon was screened and placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI. Sheldon was transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. Sheldon was issued a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court to answer to the above charge.

 

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/15/2026           

COURT: Addison County Criminal Court

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A     

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Included

 

 

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

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

 

Sergeant Jonathan Prack

Vermont State Police – New Haven

2490 Ethan Allen HWY

New Haven, VT 05472

(802) 388 4919

(802) 453 7918 (fax)

 

RE: Traffic Alert - US Route 7 Pittsford

Roadway is reopened at this time.

 

V/R

 

Ryan Kunzmann

Emergency Communications Dispatcher II, CTO

Vermont State Police

Westminster PSAP

1330 Westminster Heights Rd

Westminster, VT 05158

Phone: 802-722-4600 (3)

Fax: 802-722-4690

 

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State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Rutland 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
US Route 7 Pittsford has both lanes obstructed in the area of Alpine Acres 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.

Traffic Alert - US Route 7 Pittsford

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Rutland 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
US Route 7 Pittsford has both lanes obstructed in the area of Alpine Acres 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.

Traffic Alert - I89 NB EXT 13

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I89 NB EXT 13 has both lanes obstructed in the area of I89 NB EXT 13 due to a fire 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.

Update No. 1: Westminster Barracks / Unlawful mischief

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

CASE#: 26B1004319

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Cody Carnehammar                               

STATION: Westminster Barracks          

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: About 1:55 a.m. Wednesday, May 20, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: DG Bodyworks, Cavendish, Vermont

VIOLATION: Unlawful mischief

 

ACCUSED: Brenton M. Beers

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Cavendish, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

A suspect in this incident identified as Brenton M. Beers, 25, of Cavendish, Vermont, turned himself in to the Vermont State Police following publicity surrounding this incident. Mr. Beers received a citation for one count of unlawful mischief. He is due to appear for arraignment June 16, 2026, in the Criminal Division of Vermont Superior Court in White River Junction.

 

No additional information is available at this time. The affidavit of probable cause will be filed with the court and made public following Mr. Beers’ arraignment.

 

 

***Initial news release, 3:10 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, 2026***

The Vermont State Police is investigating an incident in which graffiti was spray-painted on a business in the Windsor County town of Cavendish early Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

 

The incident at DG Bodyworks was reported to the state police at about 4:50 a.m. Wednesday. Responding troopers reviewed security footage and determined that at about 1:55 a.m. an individual used purple spray paint to graffiti messages on the two front store windows. One message stated “Free Palestine,” while the other used a profanity in referring to Israel. Pictures of the suspect and the graffiti are attached to this release.

 

The Vermont State Police will inform the Attorney General’s Office of this case as a possible hate crime under the Bias Incident Reporting System.

 

Anyone with information that could assist investigators is asked to contact the Vermont State Police in Westminster at 802-722-4600, or submit an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

 

Rutland Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B4004013

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Hayley Mears                             

STATION: Rutland                     

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: 5/25/2026 at approximately 1538 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 404 Shunpike Rd N, Mount Holly, VT

VIOLATION: Simple Assault & Criminal Threatening

 

ACCUSED: Jon Lamb

AGE: 55

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Mount Holly, VT

 

VICTIM: James Ritchie

AGE: 48

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Mount Holly, VT

 

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

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 5/25/2026, at approximately 1230 hours, the Vermont State Police - Rutland Barracks were advised of an assault that occurred at 404 Shunpike Rd N in Mount Holly, VT. The investigation revealed that Jon Lamb had threatened and assaulted James Ritchie. Lamb was taken into custody and transported to the Vermont State Police - Rutland Barracks for processing. After processing, Lamb was transported to Marble Valley Correctional Facility and held on $2,000 bail.

 

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Correctional Facility       

BAIL: $2,000

MUG SHOT: No

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 5/26/2026 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.

 

 

Derby Barracks/ Domestic Assault

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5002754

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Anthony Rice                            

STATION: Derby

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 05/22/2026 @ 1939 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: S Albany Rd, Craftsbury, VT

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Vidal Ruiz

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Craftsbury, VT    

 

ACCUSED: Delgadina Ruiz-Lopez

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Craftsbury, VT    

 

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

AGE: 

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: 

                                      

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 05/22/2026 at approximately 1939 hours, the Vermont State Police received report of a domestic assault that occurred at a residence on South Albany Rd in the Town of Craftsbury, VT. After further investigation, Troopers determined Vidal Ruiz, 44 and Delgadina 42 had physically harmed a household member. Vidal and Delgadina were subsequently arrested and was transported to the Derby Barracks for further processing. Vidal and Delgadina were later released on a citation to appear in court for the above charge.

 

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/26/2026 @ 1230 hrs

COURT: Orleans Superior Court - Criminal Division

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

 

Derby Barracks/ VAPO

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5002366

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper A. Rice                             

STATION: VSP DERBY                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 05/02/2026 @ 2330 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US Route 5, Derby, VT

VIOLATION: Violation of Abuse Prevention Order

 

ACCUSED: Ryan Sheehy                                             

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newport, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 2^nd , 2026 at approximately 2330 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks were notified that Ryan Sheehy, 42 of Newport City, VT was possibly in violation of a Temporary Relief from Abuse Order. Investigation revealed, Sheehy violated an active Relief from Abuse Order by being in contact with the protected party. Sheehy was later located and transported to the Derby Barracks for further processing. Sheehy was later lodged at Northern State Correctional Facility to appear in County Superior Criminal Court on 05/04/2026 @ 1230 hours for the above charge.

 

 

LODGED: yes

BAIL: $500

MUG SHOT: Yes

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Orleans County Superior Court, Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/04/2026 @ 1230 hours

Royalton Barracks / Excessive Speed

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26B4004041

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Charles Gardner                               

STATION: Rutland                     

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: May 26, 2026 / 1114 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I89 SB / mm 9.6, Sharon, Vermont

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Benjamin J. Baker

AGE: 22

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Shelburne, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 5/26/2026, at approximately 1114 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks were conducting routine patrol on Interstate 89. A vehicle traveling southbound was observed traveling at 119 MPH in a posted 65 MPH zone in the Town of Sharon.

A motor vehicle stop was conducted, and the operator was identified as Benjamin J. Baker. Baker was issued a citation to appear at court at a later date and time. Additionally, Baker was issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint carrying a waiver amount of $793 and 2 points.

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A          

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windsor Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: 7/21/2026 at 8:30 AM

           

*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.