State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston Barracks
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 100 is shut down between VT Route 100C and Whitaker Rd in Hyde Park due to a Fire Incident.
This incident is expected to last for several hours. Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate.
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes. Please drive carefully.
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A2003551
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Bodey Towle
STATION: Vermont State Police – St. Albans
CONTACT#: 802-524-5993
DATE/TIME: June 4th, 2026 / 1500 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: I-89 North MM 106, Georgia
VIOLATION: Arrest on Warrant
ACCUSED: Nathan Killinger
AGE: 54
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St. Albans, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On the above date and time, Troopers from the St. Albans Barracks were conducting routine patrol on Interstate 89 in the town of Georgia. Troopers conducted a traffic stop based on a motor vehicle violation. The operator was identified as Nathan Killinger (54) of St. Albans, VT, and was found to have an active in-state cite-and-release arrest warrant. He was issued a citation to appear in Franklin County Criminal Court on June 5th, 2026, at 1300 hours.
The active warrant contained the charges of:
23 VSA 1128(a) Misdemeanor 1 LEAVING SCENE OF CRASH – PROPERTY DAMAGE
COURT ACTION: YES
COURT DATE: 06/05/2026 at 1300 hours
COURT: Franklin County Criminal Court
LODGED – LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
Trooper Bodey Towle
Vermont State Police
St. Albans Barracks
140 Fisher Pond Rd.
St. Albans, VT 05478
802 524 5993
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 2B4004288
RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Charles Gardner
STATION: Rutland
CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101
DATE/TIME: June 4, 2026 / 0851 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: US RT 7, Pittsford, Vermont
VIOLATION: Criminal No License
ACCUSED: Sean Alford
AGE: 49
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Brandon, Vermont
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 6/4/2026, at approximately 0851 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks conducted a traffic stop for an observed motor vehicle violation. The operator was identified as Sean Alford.
Through investigation it was determined Alford was operating without a license and with a prior conviction within the previous two years. Alford was issued a citation to appear at court on a later date for the above violation.
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: No
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division
COURT DATE/TIME: 7/20/2026 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 arraignment time.
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A2003530
TROOPER: Adam Martin
STATION: St Albans Barracks
CONTACT#: 802-524-5993
DATE/TIME: 06/04/2026 at approximately 0218 hours
LOCATION: VT Route 105 Berkshire, VT
VIOLATION: DUI #2 & Arrest on Warrant
ACCUSED: Tokyo Blocher
AGE: 52
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Berkshire, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On June 4th, 2026, at approximately 0218 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – St. Albans Barracks responded to the report of a vehicle parked in the lane of travel on VT Route 105 in the Town of Berkshire facing opposing traffic with an unconscious male in the driver’s seat. On scene, Troopers were able to identify the operator as Tokyo Blocher (52) of Richford, VT. While speaking with Blocher, Blocher demonstrated signs of impairment.
After a thorough investigation, Blocher was placed under arrest for driving under the influence. Blocher was then transported to the St. Albans Barracks for processing and issued a citation to appear in Franklin County Criminal Court on July 28th, 2026, at 0830 hours for the above charge.
It should also be noted that Blocher had a warrant for his arrest at the time of this incident. After processing, Blocher was transported to Northwest State Correctional Facility in the Town of St. Albans where he was held on $500 bail. Blocher was additionally issued a flash citation ordering Blocher to appear before the Franklin County Criminal Court on June 4th, 2026, at 1300 hours.
The active warrant contained the charges of:
13 VSA 1201(c)(3)(A) Felony 1 BURGLARY INTO AN OCCUPIED DWELLING
13 VSA 2502 Misdemeanor 2 PETIT LARCENY $900 OR LESS
COURT ACTION: YES
COURT DATE: 06/04/2026 at 1300 hours & 07/28/2026 @ 0800 hours
COURT: Franklin County Criminal Court
LODGED – LOCATION: Northwest State Correctional Facility
BAIL: $500
MUG SHOT: Attached
Trooper Adam Martin (221)
Vermont State Police
St. Albans Barracks
(802)524-5993
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B1004822
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Cameron McCutcheon
STATION: Westminster
CONTACT#: 802-722-4600
DATE/TIME: 06/03/2026 @ 1654 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Intersection of US Route 5 and East West Road, Dummerston, VT
VIOLATION: Criminal DLS
ACCUSED: Kyle Temple
AGE: 31
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Putney, VT.
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Vermont State Police received a report of a motor vehicle crash near the intersection of US Route 5 and East West Road in the town of Dummerston, Windham County, VT. Investigation of the incident revealed an operator involved in the crash, Kyle Temple, was operating a vehicle with a criminally suspended license. Temple was issued a citation and is scheduled to appear at the Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division on 08/04/2026 at 0830 hours.
COURT ACTION: YES
COURT DATE/TIME: 08/04/2026 at 0830 hours
COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division
LODGED: NO
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: NO
Trooper Cameron McCutcheon
Vermont State Police
Troop B - Westminster
1330 Westminster Heights Road
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 722-4600
cameron.mccutcheon@vermont.gov
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A4005981
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Riley Fenoff
STATION: St. Johnsbury
CONTACT#: 802-748-3111
DATE/TIME: June 3, 2026, at 1410 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Wells River, Vermont
VIOLATION: In-State Warrant, False Information to Law Enforcement (FIPO)
ACCUSED: Nicole Collins
AGE: 48
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Fairlee, VT.
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On June 3, 2026 at approximately 1410 hours, Troopers assigned to the St. Johnsbury Barracks were on a routine patrol in the area of Wells River when they witnessed a vehicle commit a traffic violation. The passenger of the vehicle originally provided a false name and date of birth but was later identified as Nicole Collins (48) of Fairlee. Investigation revealed Collins had an in-state warrant out for her arrest for failure to appear. Collins was arrested for the in-state warrant as well as FIPO and was subsequently transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Collins was later transported to the Northeast Correctional Complex for lack of $100.00 bail and was issued a citation to appear at Washington County Superior Court - Criminal Division on June 4, 2026, at 1230 hours.
Collins was also issued a citation to appear at Orange County Superior Court - Criminal Division on July 1, 2026, at 0830 hours for the offense of FIPO.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/04/2022 at 1230 hours & 07/01/2026 at 0830 hours.
COURT: Washington County & Orange County
LODGED - LOCATION: NECC
BAIL: $100.00
MUGSHOT: 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 Riley Fenoff
Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury
1068 US-5 #1
St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819
(802) 748-3111
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B2002673
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Sergeant Christopher Blais
DFS Investigator: Assistant State Fire Marshal Tim Angell
STATION: Department of Public Safety Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit
CONTACT#: 802-234-9933
DATE/TIME: 6/2/26 9:40 pm
INCIDENT LOCATION: 523 Vt Rt 110, Tunbridge Central School
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 6/2/26 at approximately 9:40 pm, the Tunbridge Fire Department was notified of a fire Alarm activation at the Tunbridge Central School. Tunbridge Fire, Chelsea Fire, and First Branch Ambulance responded to the school. Fire personnel located a small fire within an art classroom at the school and were able to quickly suppress the fire. One minor injury was treated on scene by First Branch Ambulance.
As part of the Fire Department's investigation into the origin and cause of the fire, they contacted the Vermont Department of Public Safety Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit. Members of the unit responded on 6/3/26 and assisted the Fire Department with investigating the fire. Subsequent investigation found nothing suspicious and classified the fire as accidental. The fire was caused by combustible materials being placed too close to a pottery kiln that was in use.
Detective Sergeant Christopher Blais
Fire & Explosion Investigation Unit
2011 VT Rt 107, Bethel, VT 05032
(Office) 802-234-9933
(Cell) 802-585-9865
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B4004234
RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Charles Gardner
STATION: Rutland
CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101
DATE/TIME: June 2, 2026 / 1519 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: N Main Street, Wallingford, Vermont
VIOLATION: DUI / Negligent Operation
ACCUSED: Patricia Travers
AGE: 61
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Wallingford, Vermont
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On June 2, 2026, at approximately 1519 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks were notified of a single vehicle crash on N Main Street in Wallingford.
Through investigation it was determined that Patricia Travers had been operating a 2013 Toyota RAV4 when she drove through the parking lot and fencing of the Tenneybrook Gulf and through an adjacent lawn. The vehicle collided with a stump and came to an uncontrolled position of rest on its side.
Travers was transported to Rutland Regional Medical Center. While interacting with Travers at the hospital it was determined she was under the influence of intoxicating substances. Travers was taken into custody and transported to the Rutland Barracks for processing. Travers was later released on citation to answer the above charges at a later date and time.
The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by Wallingford Rescue and Wallingford Fire Department.
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: N/A
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division
COURT DATE/TIME: 6/22/2026 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 arraignment time.
Update:
Following investigation of this incident, State Police have cited Larry Garrow, age 38, of Richford with burglary and grand larceny. Yesterday, Garrow, who is currently incarcerated at Northern State Correctional Facility (Newport), was issued a citation to appear at Frankin Superior Court, Criminal Division, on July 21, 2026 @ 0800.
State Police are still investigating this incident as it is believed other individuals may have been involved. Additionally, troopers are still looking to recover the ATV (pictured) stolen during this incident. Anyone with information is asked to call VSP St. Albans.
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Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2025 4:02 PM
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Subject: UPDATE / St. Albans Barracks / Burglary - Request for Information
State Police continue to investigate this incident. Recent information indicates that the ATV may be in the Bakersfield area. Anyone with information is asked to contact VSP St. Albans. The ATV is a red Yamaha Grizzly 700 with an extended rear rack.
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STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 25A2005955
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Lieutenant Mike Kamerling
STATION: St. Albans
CONTACT#: (802) 524-5993
DATE/TIME: 08/20/2025; 1515 hours
LOCATION: Taylor Rd, Fletcher, VT
INCIDENT: Burglary
ACCUSED: Under Investigation
VICTIM: Schuyler Lamphere
AGE: 40
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Fletcher, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On August 20, 2025, at 1515 hours, Troopers from the St. Albans Barracks were notified of a Burglary and the theft of an ATV and several tools from a business on Taylor Rd in Fletcher. Troopers determined the incident occurred early on that day and can possibly be related to other thefts in the immediate area.
The incident is currently under investigation and anyone with information is urged to contact the Vermont State Police St. Albans Barracks at 802 524-5993 Option 3 or Submit a Tip | Vermont State Police.
STATE
OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT
STATE POLICE
NEWS
RELEASE
CASE#:
26B2002645
RANK/TROOPER
FULL NAME: Det. Tpr. Chayan Flores
STATION:
VSP Royalton Barracks
CONTACT#:
(802)-234-9933
DATE/TIME:
06/02/2026 at 08:21 hours
INCIDENT
LOCATION: Shute Rd in Hartland
VIOLATION:
Arrest on Warrant
ACCUSED:
Peter G. Wiggins
AGE:
43
CITY,
STATE OF RESIDENCE: Hartford, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On
06/02/2026 at approximately 08:21 hours, Troopers of the VSP Royalton Barracks
were on routine patrol when a disabled vehicle was observed to be partially
occupying a public roadway at the location above. The owner identified himself
as Peter G. Wiggins. Troopers discovered that Wiggins had an active in-state
arrest warrant for his arrest. After confirming his identity and the details of
the warrant, Wiggins was arrested without incident and ultimately transported
to Windsor County Superior Court.
*Please note: court date and time are subject to change at the
court's discretion. Please call the criminal court clerk to confirm the
arraignment time.
COURT
ACTION: Yes
COURT
DATE/TIME: 06/02/2026 /
12:30 hours
COURT:
Winsor County Superior Court
LODGED: No
BAIL:
$200.00
MUG SHOT:
Yes
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE #: 26B5002388
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt. Sean Hauter
STATION: New Haven
CONTACT #: (802) 388-4919
DATE/TIME: 6/2/2026, 1620 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Lazy Brook Dr, Starksboro
VIOLATION: Aggravated Disorderly Conduct
ACCUSED: David Hold
AGE: 64
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT
VICTIM: Alec Conn
AGE: 29
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT
VICTIM: Marissa Conn
AGE: 26
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT
VICTIM: Haley Barnes
AGE: 25
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Starksboro, VT
VICTIM: (3) Juveniles
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 6/2/2026 at approximately
1620 hours, Troopers responded to a disturbance outside a residence
located on Lazy Brook Drive in the Town of Starksboro. Investigation revealed
David Hold (64) of Starksboro, VT engaged in violent, tumultuous, and
threatening behavior directed at specific persons in a public place. Holt was
issued a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division
at a later date.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 7/20/2026, 1230 hours
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.
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#: 26B3002985
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Emmanuel Baidoo
STATION: Shaftsbury Field Station
CONTACT#: 802-442-5421
DATE/TIME: 06/02/26 @ 2352 hours
STREET: White Creek Road
TOWN: Shaftsbury
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: N/A
INTERSTATE MILE MARKER:
WEATHER: Warm, clear
ROAD CONDITIONS: Paved road, dry
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Tasha Gratton
AGE: 28
SEAT BELT? N
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, VT
VEHICLE YEAR: 2011
VEHICLE MAKE: Honda
VEHICLE MODEL: Accord
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled
INJURIES: Minor laceration
HOSPITAL: N/A
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On 06/02/26 at approximately 2352 hours, Vermont State Police were
dispatched to a single vehicle crash on White Creek Road, Shaftsbury. Troopers
arrived on scene shortly thereafter and began investigating the incident.
During investigation, Troopers learned the operator, Tasha
Gratton, was traveling southeast on White Creek Road at the time of the crash.
Troopers also suspected Gratton may have been under the influence of
intoxicating liquor. Troopers continued the investigation by asking the
operator to perform Field Sobriety Exercises, during which Gratton displayed
signs of impairment. Gratton was subsequently taken into custody for suspicion
of DUI.
Gratton was processed for DUI and later released with a citation
to appear in Bennington County Superior Court, Criminal Division to answer to
the charge of DUI #2.
VSP was assisted by Shaftsbury Fire, Bennington Rescue, and Walt's
Towing.
Vermont Civil Violation Complaint issued: T23 VSA 674; Operating
While Suspended Civilly, T23 VSA 1081(d); Unreasonable and imprudent speed.
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: Y
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT: Bennington County Superior Court, Criminal Division
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/22/26 @ 0830 hours
*Please note: court date and time are subject to change at the
discretion of the court. Please call the criminal court clerk to confirm
arraignment time.
Sergeant Justin Walker
Patrol Commander
Vermont State Police
Troop B - Shaftsbury
96 Airport Rd
Shaftsbury, VT 05262
802-442-5421
STATE
OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT
STATE POLICE
NEWS
RELEASE
CASE#:
26A1004110
RANK/TROOPER
FULL NAME: Tpr. Quincy
Chandler
STATION:
Williston
CONTACT#:
(802) 878 - 7111
DATE/TIME:
June 2, 2026, @ 0727 hours
INCIDENT
LOCATION: North Underhill Station Road, Underhill, VT
VIOLATIONS:
-
Burglary
-
Stalking - Aggravated
-
Violation of Abuse Prevention Order
-
Prohibited Person Possessing a Firearm
-
Aggravated Operation without Owner's Consent
-
In-State Arrest Warrant
ACCUSED:
Mark Sterling
AGE:
40
CITY,
STATE OF RESIDENCE: Underhill, VT
SUMMARY
OF INCIDENT:
On
June 2, 2026, at approximately 0727 hours Vermont State Police was notified of
a possible violation of an Abuse Prevention Order. Troopers responded to a
residence and made contact with Mark Sterling (40). Through investigation, it
was determined that Sterling had violated an Abuse Prevention Order, stalked an
individual, entered an unoccupied residence, stolen a dump truck and was in
possession of a firearm. Sterling was also found to have an active in-state
warrant for his arrest.
Sterling
was brought to the Williston Barracks for processing. After processing,
Sterling was taken to Northwest State Correctional Facility for the in-state
arrest warrant and the other charges. Ultimately, Sterling was issued two
citations to appear before the Chittenden County Superior Court - Criminal
Division on June 3, 2026, at 0830 hours and 1030 hours.
The
Vermont State Police was assisted by wardens from the VT Fish and Wildlife and
officers from the Richmond Police Department.
COURT
ACTION: Y
COURT
DATE/TIME: June 3, 2026, 0830 hours and June 3, 2026, 1030 hours
COURT:
Chittenden
LODGED
- LOCATION: Northwest State Correctional Facility
BAIL:
$500 and $20,000
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.