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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Subject: Traffic Alert - US Route 7 Pittsford

 

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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.

St. Albans Barracks / DLS and VCOR

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2003287

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper LeBlanc, Trooper Martin, and Trooper Towle                   

STATION:  St. Albans                  

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 5/25/2026 at 2319 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 N MM 107, Georgia, Vermont

VIOLATION: VCOR and DLS

 

ACCUSED: Rykeem Allen

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Swanton

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 5/25/2026 at approximately 1349, Troopers were on routine patrol in the town of Georgia, Vermont. Troopers observed a motor vehicle violation and conducted a routine traffic stop. The operator was identified as Rykeem Allen (33), investigation revealed that Allen was operating with a motor vehicle with a criminally suspended license and had violated his conditions of release. Allen was taken into custody for processing and released on citation.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 5/26/2026 at 1300 hours           

COURT: Franklin

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 / Illegal Burning

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B5002234

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Gabriel Schrauf                         

STATION: VSP New Haven                    

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 05/25/2026 at 2016 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US RT 7 / Salisbury, VT

VIOLATION: Illegal Burning

 

ACCUSED: Maranda L. Aunchman                                         

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Salisbury, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 05/25/2026 at 2016 hours the New Haven State Police Barracks were notified of an illegal burning on US RT 7, in the town of Salisbury. Troopers arrived on scene and met with the homeowner and person of interest, Maranda Aunchman (25). The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by the Salisbury Fire Department.

 

Aunchman was ultimately issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court Addison Criminal Division on July 13^th, 2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/13/2026 at 1230         

COURT: Addison

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.

 

Rutland Barracks / DUI Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE #: 26B4004025

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Daniel St. Clair                                

STATION: Rutland                     

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: May 25, 2026, at approximately 1937 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: West Creek Road, Pittsford, Vermont

VIOLATION: Driving under the influence

 

ACCUSED: Allison Burden

AGE: 35

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: East Wallingford, Vermont

 

VEHICLE #1

 

MAKE: Ford

MODE: Escape

YEAR: 2010

SEATBELT: Yes

INJURIES: Minor

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On May 25, 2026, at approximately 1937 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Rutland Barracks, responded to a single vehicle crash on West Creek Road in the Town of Pittsford, Vermont. Through investigation, Troopers identified the operator as Allison Burden, 35, of East Wallingford, Vermont. Burden’s vehicle exited the roadway and struck a utility pole causing downed wires across the roadway. The roadway was closed for a significant amount of time while Green Mountain Power fixed the utility pole. Throughout the interaction with Troopers, Burden displayed indicators of impairment. Burden was ultimately arrested and processed for driving under the influence. Burden was cited to appear at Vermont Superior Court – Rutland Criminal Division on August 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM to answer to the above charge.

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: August 31, 2026, at 10:00 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 the arraignment time.

 

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks/ Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A4005683

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Riley Fenoff                    

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 05/25/2026 @ 1927 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-91 NB MM 112.8 Ryegate, VT

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Kyle Houseal

AGE: 34

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bath, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 05/25/2026 at approximately 1927 hours Troopers were conducting a routine patrol of Interstate 91 north when they observed a vehicle traveling at 135mph in a posted 65mph zone in the Town of Ryegate, Vermont. A motor vehicle stop was conducted, and the operator was identified as Kyle Houseal (34) of Bath, New Hampshire. Houseal was placed under arrest and was transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Houseal was later issued a citation to appear in the Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division on June 29, 2026, at 0830 hours for the crime of Excessive Speed.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/29/2026 at 0830 hours        

COURT: CALEDONIA

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A 

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

 

Trooper Riley Fenoff

Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury

1068 US-5 #1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819

(802) 748-3111

 

Derby Barracks / Single vehicle crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A5002797                                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jesse Nash

STATION: Derby                                         

CONTACT#: 802 334 8881

 

DATE/TIME: 05/25/2026 @ approximately 1622 hours

STREET: Schoolhouse Rd

TOWN: Brownington

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Chase Rd

WEATHER: Light rain    

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Dane Kross

AGE: 41

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Charleston, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2018

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Forester

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: None

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police, Orleans Ambulance and Orleans Fire Department responded to the report of a single vehicle crash with possible injuries. The operator was identified as Dane Kross (41) of Charleston who was operating a white Subaru Forester. Investigation revealed Cross was traveling west on Schoolhouse Rd, who allegedly swerved for a fallen tree in the roadway ultimately colliding with several trees on the shoulder.

 

Trooper Jesse Nash

Vermont State Police

Troop A – Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Rd

Jesse.Nash@Vermont.Gov

(802) 334-8881

 

 

VT State Police - Watch Commander schedule: May 25th - 31st

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of May 25^th – 31^st  

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

Watch Commander – North

                Lieutenant Andrew Jensen

                Andrew.jensen@vermont.gov  

 

Watch Commander – South

Lieutenant Todd Wilkins

Todd.wilkins@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

 

New Haven Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B5002222

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kelsey Dobson                          

STATION: VSP New Haven                    

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 05/25/2026 at approximately 0143 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Main St., New Haven, VT

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Parker T. Gero                                          

AGE: 23

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Monkton, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, the Vermont State Police – New Haven Barracks received a report of a motor vehicle off the roadway on Main St., in New Haven, VT. The State Police responded and identified the operator as Parker Gero (23). While speaking with Troopers, Gero displayed signs of impairment.

 

Gero was screened and placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI. Gero was transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. Gero 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

 

 

 

Trooper Kelsey Dobson (426)

Vermont State Police

Troop “B”, New Haven Barracks

Tel: (802) 388-4919

kelsey.dobson@vermont.gov

 

Westminster Barracks / DUI #3

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B1004491

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Shae Riedinger                         

STATION: Westminster Barracks                   

CONTACT#: (802) 722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 05/24/2026 @ 1711 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 91 Northbound Mile Marker 16.4, Dummerston (Windham County), Vermont

VIOLATION: DUI #3

 

ACCUSED: Stephen D. Goose (DOB:11/30/1954)                                           

AGE: 71

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Putney (Windham County), Vermont

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police received report of a motor vehicle operating erratically on Interstate 91, in the area of mile marker 16.4, in the Town of Dummerston (Windham County), Vermont. Troopers were able to locate the vehicle and identified the operator as Stephen D. Goose (71) of Putney (Windham County), Vermont. While interacting with Goose, signs of impairment were detected. He was arrested without further incident and was released with a citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court - Windham Criminal Division on 05/26/2026 at 1230 Hours for the charge of DUI #3.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

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

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Windham Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: IMAGE ATTACHED

 

 

 

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