VSP News Releases

The Vermont State Police disseminates news releases for significant criminal or public safety incidents and arrests. These releases are not intended to document every public contact or response to a call-for-service. If you have a question regarding an incident or case, please contact your local state police barracks or the public information officer. Please note news releases are available on this blog for at least 30 days following their public release. Releases are generally archived the second month after publication. Please contact the public information officer if you need access to one that is older.

May 11, 2026

Williston Barracks / Domestic Assault

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A1003426

RANK/TROOPER NAME: Trooper Rea

STATION: Williston

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

DATE/TIME: 05/10/2026 @ 0119 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: North Rd, Hinesburg, VT

ACCUSED: Kylie Billado

AGE: 36

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Hinesburg, VT

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

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, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Williston barracks responded to a reported domestic dispute in Hinesburg, VT.

Investigation revealed Kylie Billado (36) of Hinesburg, VT had inflicted pain on a domestic partner. Billado was transported to the Williston barracks for processing and released with a flash citation to appear in Chittenden County Criminal Court on 5/11/2026 at 08:30 AM to answer to a charge of domestic assault.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/11/2026 08:30 AM

COURT: Chittenden 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.

Trooper Kevin Rea

Vermont State Police

3294 St. George Road

Williston, VT 05495

802-878-7111

Kevin.Rea@vermont.gov

May 10, 2026

Shaftsbury Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 26B3002358

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Craig Negrin

STATION: Shaftsbury

CONTACT#: (802)442-5421

DATE/TIME: May 10th, 2026, at approximately 2108 hours

STREET: Vermont Route 7A

TOWN: Arlington

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Old West Road

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Horace W. Wells Jr.

AGE: 68

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Shaftsbury, Vermont

VEHICLE YEAR: 2014

VEHICLE MAKE: GMC

VEHICLE MODEL: Acadia

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: Suspected Minor

HOSPITAL: N/A

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Hunter D. Joseph

AGE: 20

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Manchester, Vermont

VEHICLE YEAR: 2014

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet

VEHICLE MODEL: Silverado 1500

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Minor

INJURIES: Suspected Minor

HOSPITAL: N/A

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On 05/10/2026, at approximately 2108 hours, Vermont Troopers were notified of a crash on Vermont Route 7A near Old West Road in the town of Arlington, VT.

Investigation revealed Horace W. Wells Jr. (68) was travelling South on Vermont Route 7A when he veered off the roadway and collided with a telephone pole. Subsequently, Hunter D. Joseph (20) ran over the knocked-down telephone pole. Both operators received suspected minor injuries in the crash.

The collision also brought down live wires on the roadway, shutting down Vermont Route 7A in the towns of Arlington/Shaftsbury.

The Vermont State Police was assisted by the Shaftsbury Fire Department, Arlington Rescue, Green Mountain Power, and Vermont Agency of Transportation.

Traffic Alert - VT Route 7a, Arlington/Shaftsbury

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Shaftsbury

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 7a, Arlington/Shaftsbury has both lanes obstructed in the area of Gingerbread Hill Rd 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.

Re: Derby Barracks/Missing Person Attention Orleans/Rutland/Addison Counties

Stefani Cruz has communicated with family and is safe. Thank you.

Detective SGT Lyle Decker

Vermont Stare Police

Troop A

St. Johnsbury Barracks

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VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE: MISSING PERSON

CASE#: 26A5002443

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper James Gallup

STATION: Derby Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

DATE/TIME: 5/8/26 at 1139 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Unknown, possibly Orleans, Rutland or Addison Counties, VT

MISSING PERSON: Stefani Cruz

AGE: 22

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Sanford, NC

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 5/8/26 the State Police Derby Barracks received a report of a missing person. Family members of Stefani Cruz called the Vermont State Police to report Cruz was due to travel back to NC on 5/6 but did not board her flight, and has not been heard from since. Initial investigation suggests concerns for Cruz’s welfare, and that she may be located in the Orleans (Irasburg), Rutland, or Addison County areas.

Cruz is described as 5’3” tall, 113 lbs with brown hair and hazel eyes. Anyone with any information regarding her whereabouts is requested to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-334-8881, attn. case 26A5002443, or leave an anonymous tip at vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Negligent Operation

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A4004995

RANK/TROOPER: Trooper Benjamin Goodwin

STATION: VSP-St. Johnsbury

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

DATE/TIME: 05/10/2026 1:32 AM

INCIDENT LOCATION: 7345 Scott Hwy, Groton, VT

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation

ACCUSED: William Dickey Jr.

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Groton, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On May 10, 2026 at approximately 1:32 AM, Troopers from St. Johnsbury Barracks were patrolling the area of Scott Hwy in Groton, Vermont when they came upon a pickup truck that had driven off the road into the woods. The operator, who was identified as William Dickey Jr. had left the scene prior to Troopers arriving on scene. Investigation revealed Dickey operated his vehicle in a negligent manner. Troopers made contact with Dickey at his residence and he was issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division on 06/22/2026 at 8:30 AM.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/22/2026 at 8:30 AM

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: No

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: No

*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 St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI

Updates are in red

VSP NEWS RELEASE-INCIDENT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A4004921

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Goodwin

Station: St. Johnsbury

Contact#: (802)-748-3111

DATE/TIME: 05/08/2026 @ 2157 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lunenburg, VT

VIOLATION: DUI - Drugs

ACCUSED: Shilo Walter

AGE: 48

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Dalton, NH

DATE/TIME: 05/08/2026 @ 2157 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lunenburg, VT

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation

ACCUSED: Robert Breen

AGE: 69

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Jefferson, NH

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a crash in the town of Lunenburg. Upon investigation, it was determined Shilo Walter (48) of Dalton, NH, was operating a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs. Walter was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Walter was later issued a citation to appear in Essex County Superior Court – Criminal Division, on 7/14/2026 at 0830 hours. On 05/10/2026 Troopers made contact with, Robert Breen, who was the operator of the second vehicle involved in the crash. Investigation revealed Breen had left the scene of the crash on 05/08/2026 prior to Troopers arriving. He was issued a citation to appear in Essex County Superior Court – Criminal Division on 07/14/2026 at 0830 hours.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/14/2026 at 8:30 AM

COURT: Essex County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

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

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

Re: Traffic Alert - VT Route 12A, Northfield

Roadway is cleared and back open

Brady Pugh

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

VSP Williston PSAP

3294 Saint George Rd

Williston, VT 05495

O: 802.878.7111 / F: 802.878.3173

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State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 12A, Northfield 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.

Derby Barracks / Prohibited Person and Criminal Threatening

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A5002481

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Logan Miller

STATION: Derby

CONTACT#: 802 334 8881

DATE/TIME: 05/10/2026 @ 0405 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lincoln Ave, Barton

VIOLATION: Prohibited Persons in Possession of a Firearm, Criminal Threatening

ACCUSED: Mathew Santaw

AGE: 22

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barton, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police responded to the report of a domestic dispute with a firearm involved. Investigation revealed Matthew Santaw was in possession of a firearm, although he is not permitted to possess firearms. Furthermore, Santaw threatened bodily harm to another person.

Santaw was taken into custody, processed at the Derby Barracks and lodged at Northern State Correction Facility on a lack of $2,500 bail and lodged by Probation and Parole for violating his conditions.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/11/2026 @ 1230 hours

COURT: Orleans County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: Northern State Correctional Facility

BAIL: $2,500

MUG SHOT: AVAILABLE

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

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

Trooper Logan Miller

Vermont State Police

Troop A – Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Road

Derby, Vermont 05829

Logan.Miller@vermont.gov

(802) 334-8881

May 9, 2026

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Runaway Juvenile

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A4004963

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Matthew Salazar

STATION: St. Johnsbury

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

DATE/TIME: 05/09/2026 at 1755 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US Route 5, West Burke, VT

VIOLATION: Runaway Juvenile

JUVENILE: Olivia Champagne

AGE: 15

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Burke, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 05/09/2026, at approximately 1755 hours, Vermont Troopers were notified of a runaway juvenile on US Route 5 in the town of Burke, VT. Investigation revealed that Olivia Champagne (15) left her residence without permission. Champagne was picked up and brought to Danville, VT by an unknown individual. A clothing description of what Champagne was wearing is a white hoodie, grey leggings, "cranberry jordans," and a bright orange pocketbook. A photo of Champagne is attached. Anyone with information is asked to contact the St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111.

Royalton Barracks / DUI crash

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26B2002183

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Elisabeth Plympton

STATION: VSP Royalton

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

DATE/TIME: 05/09/2026 @ 2028 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Main St, Bethel

VIOLATION: DUI

ACCUSED: James Loura

AGE: 37

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: South Royalton, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: At the above date and time, the Vermont State Police - Royalton Barracks received a report that a motorist struck a parked vehicle on Main Street in Bethel, VT. Troopers responded and identified the operator as James Loura (37). Throughout the investigation, Loura was displaying signs of impairment. At the conclusion of the investigation, Loura was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and transported to the Royalton Barracks for processing. Loura was ultimately issued a citation and released.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/26/2026 @ 0830 hours

COURT: Windsor 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.

Trooper Elisabeth Plympton

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks

2011 VT RT 107
Bethel, VT 05032
Tel: 802-234-9933

Traffic Alert - VT Route 12A, Northfield

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI Drug

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A4004960

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper LeBlanc

STATION: VSP St. Johnsbury

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

DATE/TIME: 05/09/2026 @ 1728 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Memorial Drive, St. Johnsbury, Vermont

VIOLATION: DUI Drug

ACCUSED: Alicia John

AGE: 28

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Danville, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury Barracks conducted a traffic stop in the town of St. Johnsbury. The operator was identified as Alicia John (28). Throughout the interaction, John was displaying signs of impairment. At the conclusion of investigation, John was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. John was ultimately issued a citation and released.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/27/2026 @ 0830 hours

COURT: Caledonia 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.

Shaftsbury Barracks/Sobriety and Safety Checkpoint

VSP News Release

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: SGT Justin Walker

STATION: Shaftsbury Field Station

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

Vermont State Police, Shaftsbury Field Station will be partnering with local, county and other state law enforcement agencies to conduct a Safety and Sobriety Checkpoint in the coming weeks within Bennington County.

As of May 9th, 2026, Vermont has seen 15 motor vehicle crashes resulting in the deaths of 16 people. The goal of this checkpoint is to help reduce the number of fatal crashes/fatalities statewide as the season shifts toward late spring/summer activities and holidays. Any recent crash data can be found at http://ghsp.vermont.org. In addition to checkpoint(s), Troopers will be aggressively patrolling and enforcing motor vehicle laws concerning impaired, distracted/aggressive driving, speeding, and seatbelt use in high traffic and high crash areas.

The Vermont State Police would like to remind motorists to avoid operating under the influence alcohol/drugs and to always utilize a sober driver.

Sergeant Justin Walker

Patrol Commander

Vermont State Police

Troop B - Shaftsbury

96 Airport Rd

Shaftsbury, VT 05262

802-442-5421

Shaftsbury Barracks / Negligent Operation

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26B3002321

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini

STATION: Shaftsbury

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

DATE/TIME: May 9, 2026, 1758 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: US Route 7, Exit 2, Bennington

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation

ACCUSED: William Gustave Roff

AGE: 55

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Deerbrook, WI

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On May 9, 2026, at approximately 1758 hours, Troopers observed a vehicle driving the wrong way on a divided portion of US Route 7 in Bennington, VT. This vehicle was observed traveling southbound in a northbound section of US Route 7 near Exit 2. A traffic stop was conducted, and the operator was identified as William Gustave Roff (55) of Deerbrook, WI. Roff was cited for Negligent Operation and ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on June 22, 2026, at 0830 hours.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: June 22, 2026, 0830 hours

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

MUG SHOT: No

*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. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI

VSP NEWS RELEASE-INCIDENT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A4004921

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Goodwin

Station: St. Johnsbury

Contact#: (802)-748-3111

DATE/TIME: 05/08/2026 @ 2157 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Lunenburg, VT

VIOLATION: DUI - Drugs

ACCUSED: Shilo Walter

AGE: 48

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Dalton, NH

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/14/2026 at 8:30 AM

COURT: Essex County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

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

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

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A4004929

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Goodwin

STATION: St. Johnsbury

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

DATE/TIME: 05/09/26 approximately 1:49 AM

INCIDENT LOCATION: 2479 Waits River Rd, Bradford, VT

VIOLATION: DUI

ACCUSED: Ashleigh Putnam

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bradford, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 05/09/2026 at approximately 1:49 AM, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury barracks were dispatched to the area of 2479 Waits River Rd in Bradford, Vermont for a report of a vehicle off the road. Upon arriving on scene, Ashliegh Putnam was identified as the operator of the vehicle. While speaking with Troopers she showed signs of impairment and was taken into custody for suspicion of Driving Under the Influence. She was transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing and released with a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court - Criminal Division.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/20/26 at 8:30 AM

COURT: Orange County Superior Court – 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.

Vermont State Police investigates suspicious death in Norwich

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

Vermont State Police investigates suspicious death in Norwich

NORWICH, Vermont (Saturday, May 9, 2026) — The Vermont State Police is investigating a suspicious death in the Windsor County town of Norwich.

The investigation began at about 10 a.m. Saturday, May 9, 2026, when police received a report of a deceased woman at a property at 48 Douglas Hill Rd. First responders located a woman dead inside the residence.

Initial investigation indicates the woman’s death occurred under potentially suspicious circumstances. Everyone associated with this matter is accounted for, and there is no identified danger to the public.

The victim’s body will be brought to the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington for an autopsy to determine cause and manner of death. The state police will release the identity of the deceased female following further investigation and notification of relatives.

This investigation is in its early stages and involves members of the Vermont State Police Major Crime Unit, Bureau of Criminal Investigations, Crime Scene Search Team, Field Force Division and Victim Services Unit, with assistance from the Norwich Police Department.

VSP asks that anyone with information that could assist investigators call the Royalton Barracks at 802-234-9933 or submit an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

No further details are available at this time. The state police will provide updates as the investigation continues.

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Vermont State Police investigates suspicious death in Norwich

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

Vermont State Police investigates suspicious death in Norwich

NORWICH, Vermont (Saturday, May 9, 2026) — The Vermont State Police is investigating a suspicious death in the Windsor County town of Norwich.

VSP asks that anyone with information that could assist investigators call the Royalton Barracks at 802-234-9933 or submit an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.

No further details are available at this time. The state police will provide updates as the investigation continues.

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Rutland Barracks / MV Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 26B4003588

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Charles Gardner

STATION: Rutland

CONTACT#: (802) 773-9101

DATE/TIME: On May 9, 2026, at approximately 1619 hours

STREET: US RT 7

TOWN: Pittsford, Vermont

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Linden Heights

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Overcast

ROAD CONDITIONS: Damp, clear

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Christopher Faber

AGE: 39

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Brandon, Vermont

VEHICLE YEAR: 2010

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Forester

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaling damage

INJURIES: Non-life-threatening head and stomach injuries.

HOSPITAL: Rutland Regional Medical Center

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On 5/9/2026, at approximately 1619 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Rutland Barracks were notified of a single vehicle crash on US RT 7 in Pittsford.

Through investigation it was determined that Operator #1 (Faber) was operating vehicle #1, traveling north on US RT 7. Operator #1 (Faber) was unable to maintain his lane of travel and exited the east side of the roadway. Vehicle #1 drove into a ditch and over a driveway, colliding with a tree, before rolling onto its side. Vehicle #1 came to an uncontrolled position of rest upright.

The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by Pittsford Fire Department and Regional Ambulance Service.

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: Pending.

Shaftsbury / Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 26B3002315

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jason Danielsen

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

DATE/TIME: 5/9/2026 at 1224 hours

STREET: US Route 7

TOWN: Shaftsbury

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: N/A

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: 20

WEATHER: Raining

ROAD CONDITIONS: Wet

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Barrett Weiss

AGE: 33

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pittsford, NY

VEHICLE YEAR: 2023

VEHICLE MAKE: Tesla

VEHICLE MODEL: Model 3

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: Suspected Minor

HOSPITAL: SVMC

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Mary O'Connor

AGE: 47

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Londonderry, NY

VEHICLE YEAR: 2023

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: Truck

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Totaled

INJURIES: Suspected Minor

HOSPITAL: SVMC

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On 5/9/2026, at approximately 1224 hours, Vermont Troopers were notified of a crash on US Route 7 near MM 20 in the town of Shaftsbury, VT. Investigation revealed Barrett Weiss (33) was travelling north on US Route 7, when he hydroplaned and entered the southbound lane of travel, colliding with a vehicle being operated by Mary O'Connor (47). Both operators received suspected minor injuries in the crash. The Vermont State Police was assisted by the Shaftsbury Fire Department, Arlington Rescue, and Bennington Rescue.

Traffic Alert -

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Shaftsbury

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
has in the area of due to a US 7 MM 20/4 is OPEN.

This incident is expected to last for . 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 Shaftsbury

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Shaftsbury

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
US Route 7 Shaftsbury has both lanes obstructed in the area of MM 20.4 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 / Request for Information

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A2002912

TROOPER: Adam Martin

STATION: St Albans Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

DATE/TIME: 05/09/2026 at approximately 0412 hours

LOCATION: Mountain View Drive, VT

VIOLATION: Unlawful Trespass

ACCUSED: Under Investigation

VICTIM: Kristie Aamodt

AGE: 51

CITY, STATE, OF RESIDENCE: Swanton, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

The Vermont State Police is investigating a trespassing incident that occurred at an address of Mountain View Drive in the Town of Swanton. On May 9^th, 2026, at approximately 0412 hours the Vermont State Police received a call from Kristie Aamodt (51) of Swanton, VT. Aamodt had reported that someone had entered her vehicle and was going through her belongings. Shortly after, the individual left the area and was unable to be located by Troopers. Aamodt was able to capture this incident on her Ring Camera.

Anyone with information on the incident or the individual involved in the video is urged to contact the Vermont State Police St. Albans at 802-524-5993.

Trooper Adam Martin (221)

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

(802)524-5993

Adam.martin@vermont.gov

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