State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Westminster
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Route 9 in Marlboro has one lane obstructed in the area of Marlboro Colission due to a traffic 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.
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February 12, 2026
Traffic Alert - Route 9 in Marlboro
Berlin Barracks/ Burglary Request for Information
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A3001051, 26A3001056
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Mae Murdock, Trooper Ryan Normile
STATION: Berlin Barracks
CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191
DATE/TIME: 02/11/2026 @ approximately 0945 hours and 1023 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: County Rd. and VT Route 14 N, East Montpelier
VIOLATION: Burglary
ACCUSED: Pending identification
AGE:
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On February 11, 2026, at approximately 0945 hours, Troopers with the Berlin Barracks received a report of forceful entry into an occupied dwelling at a residence on County Rd, East Montpelier. Homeowners observed a red SUV in front of the house prior to the entry. The offenders left upon realizing the residence was occupied. No injuries were sustained by the homeowners. Homeowners described two individuals, one male and one female. The male was dressed in dark clothing and had a dark surgical mask on. The female was described to be wearing dark clothing. Items left behind at the scene by the offenders were collected for further analysis.
Shortly after, at approximately 1023 hours, Troopers received a report of a male dressed in black, with a black mask, going car to car at the Park and Ride located at 110 VT Route 14 N, East Montpelier. The male was observed leaving in a maroon Toyota RAV4 with front end damage. The RAV4 was operated by a bearded male and occupied by a female.
Due to the proximity and matching descriptions, it is believed these incidents are connected. Vermont State Police is requesting the public's assistance in identifying these individuals. The public is encouraged to review any security footage that shows this area for the three individuals and/or the maroon RAV4. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Berlin Barracks at (802) 229-9191. Anonymous tips may be provided online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.
COURT ACTION: Pending
COURT DATE/TIME:
COURT:
LODGED - LOCATION:
BAIL:
MUG SHOT: INCLUDE IMAGE or INDICATE 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.
Traffic Alert - I 89 Northbound, Bolton
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Williston
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 Northbound, Bolton has one lane obstructed in the area of MM 68.3 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.
Berlin Barracks / Multiple Charges
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A3001065
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alyssa Nozka
STATION: Berlin Barracks
CONTACT#: 802.229.9191
DATE/TIME: 02/11/2026 at 1742 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Washington, VT
VIOLATION: First Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault / Resisting Arrest
ACCUSED: David Henault
AGE: 22
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Washington, VT
VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of sexual assault or domestic violence.)
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On February 11, 2026, at approximately 1742 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police responded to a report of a domestic dispute in the town of Washington. Upon arrival, Troopers made contact with all parties involved and conducted an on-scene investigation. The investigation determined that David Henault (22), had committed the offense of First Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault. While attempting to take Henault into custody he resisted arrest. He was transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing and was issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court – Orange County Criminal Division on February 12, 2026, at 12:30 PM.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 02/12/2026 at 1230 hours
COURT: Orange County Superior Court – 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.
February 11, 2026
Traffic Alert - Us Route 7, Ferrisburgh
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
New Haven
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Us Route 7, Ferrisburgh has one lane obstructed in the area of Round Barn Road due to a traffic 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.
Traffic Alert - I89 nb
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Royalton
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I89 nb has one lane obstructed in the area of mm23.2 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.
St Albans Barracks // Motor Vehicle Crash
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#: 26A2000972
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Shamir Exantus
STATION: St Albans Barracks
CONTACT#: 802-524-5993
DATE/TIME: 02/11/26; 09:02 Hours
INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: I-89 S / MM 110.2
TOWN: Georgia
WEATHER: Snow
ROAD CONDITIONS: Slush and Ice
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Nathan Stevens
AGE: 26
SEAT BELT? Y
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St Albans, VT
VEHICLE YEAR: 2010
VEHICLE MAKE: Honda
VEHICLE MODEL: Accord
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled
INJURIES: None
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On February 11, 2026, at approximately 09:02, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – St Albans Barracks were notified of a one-vehicle crash on I-89 Southbound near MM 110.2 in the town of Georgia. Operator #1 Nathan Stevens (26) was traveling southbound in the traveling lane and crash blocking the left lane of travel. The investigation revealed, while traveling southbound in the right traveling lane, Stevens hit some slush on the roadway and lost control in which he veered off to the right guardrail. Stevens bounced off the right guardrail then onto the left guardrail, placing him facing east blocking the left passing lane. As a result, he sustained no injuries and provided no signs of impairment. Due to disabling damage to Stevens' vehicle was totaled with airbag deployment, his vehicle was towed from the scene. The left lane was blocked for a brief moment, and the flow of traffic was restored soon after.
Troopers were assisted on scene by Stones Garage.
BERLIN BARRACKS / SIMPLE ASSAULT
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A3000928
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ryan Normile
STATION: Berlin
CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191
DATE/TIME: 02/05/2026 @ 1426 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: 1913 Peacham Pond Rd., Peacham, VT
VIOLATION: Simple Assault
ACCUSED: Patrick Gomez
AGE: 63
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Marshfield, VT
VICTIM: Matilda Adelaide
AGE: 39
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Peacham, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On the above date and time, Vermont State Police- Berlin Barracks responded to a report of an assault at 1913 Peacham Pond Rd. in the Town of Peacham. Further investigation into the incident revealed that Patrick Gomez, 63, of Marshfield, VT, committed the offense of Simple Assault during an altercation with Matilda Adelaide, 39, of Peacham VT. On 02/11/2026, Gomez was issued a citation to appear in the Caledonia County Superior Court, Criminal Division at a later date and time.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 03/18/2026 at 0800 hours
COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Caledonia Criminal Division
LODGED : 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.
New Haven Barracks/ Leaving the Scene of an Accident/ Request for Information
New Haven Barracks/ Leaving the Scene of an Accident/ Request for Information
Rutland Barracks / MV Crash
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#: 26B4000953
RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Sean Mulderry and Sgt. Blake Cushing
STATION: Rutland
CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101
DATE/TIME: On 2/11/2026, at approximately 0811 hours
STREET: VT Route 22A
TOWN: Benson
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: VT Route 144
INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A
WEATHER: Snow
ROAD CONDITIONS: Clear
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Kasey Fredette
AGE: 34
SEAT BELT? No
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT
VEHICLE YEAR: 2013
VEHICLE MAKE: Hyundai
VEHICLE MODEL: Elantra
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Severe rear end, right side and front end damage.
INJURIES: Y
HOSPITAL: Y
V#1, Passenger 1: Alex Fredette
Age: 29
SEAT BELT? No
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, VT
Vehicle #2
OPERATOR: Steven Kekus
AGE: 42
SEAT BELT? Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Hampton, NY
VEHICLE YEAR: 2014
VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota
VEHICLE MODEL: Tundra
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Severe rear front end damage, moderate left side damage.
INJURIES: Y
HOSPITAL: Y
V#2, Passenger #1: Cristen Zekus
Age: 40
SEAT BELT? Y
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Hampton, NY
V#2, Passenger #2: Juvenile
Age: 15
Seatbelt: Y
V#2, Passenger #3: Juvenile
Age: 12
Seatbelt: Y
SUMMARY OF CRASH: On 2/11/2026, at approximately 0811 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks were notified of a two vehicle crash on VT Route 22A in the town of Benson.
Through investigation, it was determined that Operator #1 (Fredette) was operating vehicle #1, traveling southbound on VT Route 22A. Operator #1 (Freddete) was unable to maintain her lane of travel and struck vehicle #2 as it traveled northbound. Vehicle #1 had severe front-end, right side and rear end damage. Operator #1 and passenger #1 had injuries and were transported to the hospital. Vehicle #2 had severe front-end and moderate left-side damage. Operator #2 and passengers #2, #3, and #4 had minor injuries and were transported to the hospital. Multiple hospitals were used: Rutland Regional Medical Center and Porter Hospital. We were assisted on scene by Benson and Fair Haven Fire personnel and Beson and Fair Haven Rescue.
Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: N/A
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: N/A
COURT ACTION: No
COURT: N/A
COURT DATE/TIME: 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.
Re: Traffic Alert - Georgia
Brady Pugh
Emergency Communications Dispatcher
VSP Williston PSAP
3294 Saint George Rd
Williston, VT 05495
O: 802.878.7111 / F: 802.878.3173
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 9:15 AM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - Georgia
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
St. Albans
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Georgia has one lane obstructed in the area of Mile Marker 110.2 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.
Traffic Alert - Georgia
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
St. Albans
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Georgia has one lane obstructed in the area of Mile Marker 110.2 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.
Williston Barracks / DUI Crash
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#: 26A1001200
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Foley
STATION: Williston
CONTACT#: (802) 878-7111
DATE/TIME: February 11th, 2026 / 0216 hours
STREET: VT Rt 15
TOWN: Cambridge
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Putnam Rd
WEATHER: Snow
ROAD CONDITIONS: Snowy
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Leighton Green
AGE: 28
SEAT BELT? Y
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Johnson, VT
VEHICLE YEAR: 2019
VEHICLE MAKE: Mitsubishi
VEHICLE MODEL: Outlander
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Minor front end
INJURIES: None
HOSPITAL: N/A
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On February 11th, 2026, at approximately 0216 hours, the Vermont State Police were dispatched to the report of a vehicle off the roadway on VT Rt 15 near Putnam Rd. Cambridge EMS evaluated the operator and suspected that he may be impaired. They completed their evaluation and departed the scene.
Troopers identified the operator as Leighton Green, 28, of Johnson. While speaking with the operator, Troopers noticed multiple signs of impairment. Green was screened and subsequently arrested for suspicion of DUI.
Green was transported to the Morristown Police Department for processing. He was then released with a citation to appear in the Lamoille County Superior Court on March 4th, 2026, at 1230 hours.
Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: 7119717 - T23 VSA 1038
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: Y
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT: Lamoille
COURT DATE/TIME: March 4th, 2026 / 1230 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.
Derby Barracks / First Degree Agg Domestic Assault
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A5000748
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Jacob Shores
STATION: Derby
CONTACT#: 802 334 8881
DATE/TIME: 02/10/2026 @ 2100 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Rt 14 N, Coventry, VT
VIOLATION: First Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault
ACCUSED: Joshua Sousie
AGE: 40
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Coventry, 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 the above date and time, the Vermont State Police responded to the report of a disturbance on VT Rt 14, Coventry, VT. Investigation revealed Joshua Sousie attempted to cause serious bodily injury to a household member and placed other household members in fear. Sousie was taken into custody, transported to the Derby Barracks for processing and later held at Northern State Correctional for $5,000 Bail.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 02/11/2026 @ 1230 hours
COURT: Orleans District Court
LODGED - LOCATION: Northern State Correctional
BAIL: $5,000
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
(802) 334-8881
Westminster Barracks / VCOR
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B1001203
Trooper Andrew Kelly-Jacobs
STATION: Westminster
CONTACT#: (802) 722-4600
DATE/TIME: 02/10/2026 @ 9:20 PM
INCIDENT LOCATION: Muzzey Road, Westminster, VT
VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release
ACCUSED: Tristen F. Long
AGE: 31
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Wilmington, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 02/10/2026 at 9:20 pm, the Vermont State Police received a report of a disturbance located on Muzzey Road in Westminster, (Windham County), VT. Troopers from the Vermont State Police, Westminster barracks responded, and conducted an investigation. At the conclusion of the investigation, it was determined that Tristen F. Long, 31, of Wilmington, VT, had violated Court ordered conditions of release.
Long was arrested for violation of conditions of release and transported to the Vermont State Police Barracks in Westminster for processing.
Long was issued a criminal citation and is scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division, on February 11th, 2026, at 12:30 pm to answer for the above charge. Long was issued a new set of conditions of release and released.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: February 11, 2026 @ 12:30 pm
COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: Yes
*Please note: court date and time are subject to change at the discretion of
the court. Please call the criminal court clerk to confirm arraignment time.
Trooper Andrew Kelly-Jacobs
Vermont State Police
Westminster Barracks
1330 Westminster Heights Road
Putney, Vermont 05346
Tel: (802) 722-4600
Andrew.Kelly-Jacobs@vermont.gov
February 10, 2026
Berlin Barracks / Multiple Charges
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A3001014
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Katie Finn
STATION: Berlin
CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191
DATE/TIME: 02/09/2026 2033 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Maple St, Waterbury, VT
VIOLATION: Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order x2, Unlawful Trespass into an occupied dwelling
ACCUSED: Robert Farnsworth
AGE: 48
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, 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, VSP- Berlin received a report of a Relief from Abuse (RFA) order violation. Subsequent investigation revealed that Robert Farnsworth committed the offenses of Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order x2, and Unlawful Trespass into an occupied dwelling. On 02/10/2026 at 1900 hours, Troopers located and arrested Farnsworth and brought him back to the Berlin Barracks for processing. He was later released with a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division on 02/12/2026 at 1230 hours.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME:02/12/2026 1230 hours
COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division
LODGED: N
BAIL: N
MUG SHOT: Y
*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.
Traffic Alert - I89 SB
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I89 SB has one lane obstructed in the area of EXIT 8 due to a traffic incident.
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.
Traffic Alert - 1721 Vt Route 11, Londonderry
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Westminster
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
1721 Vt Route 11, Londonderry has both lanes obstructed in the area of 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.
Traffic Alert - 1721 Vt Route 11, Londonderry
State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Westminster
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
1721 Vt Route 11, Londonderry has both lanes obstructed in the area of 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.
St Johnsbury Barracks / 1st degree aggravated domestic assault
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#:26A4001194
TROOPER: Jacob Fox and Nathan Rode
STATION: VSP-Saint Johnsbury
CONTACT#: 802-748-3111
DATE/TIME: 2/10/2026 0220 hours
LOCATION: Lunenburg, VT
VIOLATION: 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault
ACCUSED: Russell Silva
AGE: 47
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lunenburg, VT
VICTIM: (VSP does not release the information of Victims of Domestic Assault)
AGE: N/A
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bethlehem, NH
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On the above date and time, Troopers from the Saint Johnsbury Barracks were notified of an aggravated assault at an address on W Main St in Lunenburg, VT. Troopers responded to the scene and learned that the victim had been assaulted by a domestic partner. Silva was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Saint Johnsbury State Police Barracks for processing. Silva was arraigned for the above offense and was ordered held without bail.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE: 02/10/2026
COURT: Essex County Superior Court, Criminal Division
LODGED LOCATION: Northeast Regional Correctional Complex
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT: Attached
Sergeant Mark Pohlman
Vermont State Police
St Johnsbury Barracks
802-748-3111
VSP BCI Troop B West -New Haven / Aggravated Sexual Assault w/ child, Sexual Assault
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 25B5004607
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Det. Tpr. Ryan Normile
STATION: BCI Troop B West - New Haven
CONTACT#: (802)-388-4919
INCIDENT DATES:
-Summer 2023
-June to August 2025
TOWN: Orwell
ACCUSED: Christian Leggett
AGE: 25
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bridport, VT
VIOLATION(S): Sexual Assault
ACCUSED: Therran Leggett
AGE: 27
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bridport, VT
VIOLATION(S): Aggravated Sexual Assault w/ Child
VICTIM(S): (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of
sexual offenses or domestic violence.)
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On October 18, 2025, Detectives with the Vermont State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations, assigned to the New Haven Barracks, began an investigation into a reported sexual assault. After investigation, it was determined that Christian Leggett (25) had unlawful sexual contact with a juvenile during the summer of 2023. It was also determined that Therran Leggett (27) had unlawful sexual contact with the same juvenile from June 2025 to August 2025.
On February 10, 2026, both Chirstian and Therran were issued citations to appear before the Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division on February 17, 2026.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 02/17/2026 @ 1230
COURT: Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
MUG SHOT(S): Not 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.
Westminster Barracks / DUI Refusal
VSP News Release-Incident
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B1001176
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Maldonado
STATION: Westminster Barracks
CONTACT#: 802-722-4600
DATE/TIME: 02/09/2026 @ 2101 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: East West Rd, Dummerston, VT
VIOLATION: DUI Refusal
ACCUSED: Noel Tetreault
AGE: 39
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Dummerston, VT
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 02/09/2026, at approximately 2101 hours, Vermont State Police received a report of an intoxicated driver that had left a residence in the town of Dummerston, Windham County, Vermont. Troopers patrolled the area in search of the vehicle. Shortly after, Troopers were advised that the vehicle had returned to the residence. Troopers arrived on scene and observed signs of impairment and subsequently arrested Noel Tetreault (39) of Dummerston, VT. Investigation revealed that Tetreault had operated a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Tetreault was arrested and subsequently transported back to the Westminster Barracks for processing. Tetreault was later released with a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division on 02/24/2026, at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of Criminal Refusal.
COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME: 02/24/2026 at 0830 hours.
COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Windham Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A
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.
St. Albans Barracks / Single Vehicle Crash
STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
CASE#: 26A2000947
TROOPER: Bodey Towle
STATION: St Albans
CONTACT#: 802-524-5993
DATE/TIME: February 9th, 2026 23:43 hours
LOCATION: Mill River Rd / Georgia Shore Rd, Georgia
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Meranda Lavoie
AGE: 39
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St. Albans, VT
DESCRIPTION OF VEHICLE: Honda Civic
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE: Front-End
INJURIES: None
HOSPITAL: N/A
WEATHER: Clear
ROAD COND: Dry
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
On February 9th, 2026, at 23:43 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – St. Albans Barracks were dispatched to a reported single-vehicle crash on Mill River Rd in the Town of Georgia. Troopers responded to the scene and located a 2009 Honda Civic that had slid off the roadway, causing damage to the front-end of the vehicle.
Investigation determined that the vehicle was being operated by Meranda Lavoie (39) of St. Albans, VT. Troopers were assisted on scene by Stone’s Towing.
Trooper Bodey Towle
Vermont State Police
St. Albans Barracks
140 Fisher Pond Rd.
St. Albans, VT 05478
802 524 5993