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.

September 23, 2026

St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A4009823

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Goodwin

STATION: St. Johnsbury

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

DATE/TIME: 9/22/2026 at 2313 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I 91 North at Mile Marker 107, Newbury, VT

VIOLATION: DUI

ACCUSED: Chase Fischer

AGE: 19

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newbury, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 9/22/2026, at approximately 2313 hours, Troopers from the Saint Johnsbury State Police Barracks were on routine patrol in the town of Newbury, VT. Troopers observed a motor vehicle violation which resulted in a traffic stop on Fischer’s vehicle. Indicators of impairment were detected and he was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI. Fischer was transported to the Bradford Outpost for processing and released on a citation.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/14/2026 at 0830 hours

COURT: Orange County Superior Court-Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: NA

BAIL: NA

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.

St. Albans Barracks / Request for Information

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A2006274

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Cody Bellinghiri

STATION: St. Albans

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

DATE/TIME: 09/22/2026 at approximately 1456 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Enosburg Dollar General

VIOLATION: Retail Theft

ACCUSED: Unknown

AGE: NA

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: NA

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time the Vermont State Police received a report of a retail theft from the Enosburgh Dollar General. It was determined that an individual left the store with numerous items without paying. The Vermont State Police is asking that if anyone recognizes the individual in the attached photograph to please contact the St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993.

Trooper Cody Bellinghiri

Vermont State Police – St. Albans

140 Fisher Pond Road

St. Albans, VT 05468

(802) 524-5993

Berlin Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A3007917

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Maldonado

STATION: Berlin

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

DATE/TIME: 09/23/2026 @ 0904 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Stowe St, Waterbury, VT

VIOLATION: DUI Drugs, Violation of Conditions of Release, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Fentanyl, Possession of a Controlled Substance

ACCUSED: Shaka Africa

AGE: 36

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 09/23/2026, at approximately 0904 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of a suspicious vehicle on Stowe Street, in the town of Waterbury, Washington County, VT. Troopers located the vehicle and identified the operator as Shaka Africa (36) of Waterbury, VT. While speaking with Africa, signs of impairment were detected. Investigation revealed that Africa had operated a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs. Africa was subsequently arrested for the suspicion of DUI Drugs and Violation of Conditions of Release. The vehicle was seized, and a search warrant was obtained. During a search of the vehicle, drugs were located. Africa was lodged at the Northeast Correctional Complex in lieu of $25,000 bail. Africa was issued a criminal citation and is scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division, on 09/24/2026, at 1230 hours to answer the above charges.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/24/2026 at 1230 hours

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Washington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Northeast Correctional Complex

BAIL: $25,000

MUG SHOT: Attached

Traffic Alert - East Rd, Stamford

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Shaftsbury

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
East Rd, Stamford 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.

New Haven / Violations of Conditions of Release

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26B5004088

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jonathan Raymond

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT#: (802) 388-4919

DATE/TIME: September 19, 2026, 0057 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Parks Hurlburt Rd, Monkton

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release

ACCUSED: Cade A. Ray

AGE: 29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Vergennes, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On September 19^th, 2026, at approximately 0057 hours, Vermont State Police were advised of a suspicious person. Through investigation, it was determined that Cade A. Ray (29) of Vergennes, VT, violated his active conditions of release. Ray was cited and ordered to appear at Vermont Superior Court - Addison Criminal Division on November 16th, 2026, at 1230 hours.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: November 16^th, 2026, 1230 hours

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Addison 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.

September 22, 2026

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Retail Theft

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A4009776

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Chris Santic

STATION: St. Johnsbury

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

DATE/TIME: 09/21/2026 at 10:36 hours

LOCATION: Family Dollar, Bradford, VT

VIOLATION: Retail Theft

ACCUSED: Dashawn Weems

AGE: 31

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Homeless, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 09/21/2026 at approximately 1036 hours the Vermont State Police received a report of a retail theft at the Family Dollar in the town of Bradford. The party involved was identified as Dashawn Weems (31). Investigation revealed that Weems left the store without paying for numerous items. Weems was later located and issued a citation to appear in the Orange County Superior Court to answer the charge of retail theft.

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE: 10/21/2026 at 0830 hours

COURT: Orange County Superior Court-Criminal Division

LODGED – LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: None

Trooper Chris Santic

Vermont State Police-St. Johnsbury

1068 US RT 5, Suite 1

St. Johnsbury, Vermont

Phone: (802) 748-3111 ext 3

Shaftsbury Barracks / Accessory Before the Fact / Sexual Assault / Cruelty to a Child

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26B3000160

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Trooper Nicholas Grimes

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

DATE/TIME: November 11th, 2025

INCIDENT LOCATION: Bennington, VT

VIOLATION: Accessory Before the Fact - T13 VSA 4, Sexual Assault - T13 VSA 3252, Cruelty to a Child - T13 VSA 1304

ACCUSED: Chastity Twiss

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, 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 November 11th, 2026, Detectives from the Vermont State Police - Bureau of Criminal Investigations were notified of an incident of child abuse. Investigation revealed that Chastity Twiss, age 42, of Bennington, VT, knowingly allowed and encouraged her adult son to be in a sexual relationship with a juvenile female. On September 22nd, 2026, Chastity was issued a criminal citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on October 12th, 2026, at 0830 hours. Chastity was released on her own recognizance.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: October 12th, 2026, at 0830 hours

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington 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 arraignment time.

Shaftsbury Barracks / Sexual Assault

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26B3000160

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Trooper Nicholas Grimes

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

DATE/TIME: November 11th, 2025

INCIDENT LOCATION: Bennington, VT

VIOLATION: Sexual Assault - T13 VSA 3252

ACCUSED: Tyler Twiss

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, 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 November 11th, 2026, Detectives from the Vermont State Police - Bureau of Criminal Investigations were notified of a sexual assault. Probable cause was developed to arrest Tyler Twiss, age 20, of Bennington, VT, for sexual assault. On September 22nd, 2026, Tyler was issued a criminal citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on October 12th, 2026, at 0830 hours. Tyler was released on his own recognizance.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: October 12th, 2026, at 0830 hours

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington 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 arraignment time.

UPDATED RELEASE Berlin Barracks / Single Vehicle Crash

Updated Press Release:

On September 22, 2026, the Vermont State Police were notified that the operator involved in this incident succumbed to his injuries sustained in the crash. Anyone with information that could assist investigators in this case should call the Vermont State Police in Berlin at 802-229-9191 or submit an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit .

Original Press Release:

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 26A3007829

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ryan Normile

STATION: Berlin Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

DATE/TIME: 09/19/2026 at 1253 hours

STREET: VT Route 100

TOWN: Warren

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VEHICLE #1:

OPERATOR: Juvenile

VEHICLE YEAR: 2021

VEHICLE MAKE: Volkswagen

VEHICLE MODEL: Tiguan

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

HOSPITAL: DHMC

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On 09/19/2026, at approximately 1253 hours, Troopers were notified of a single vehicle crash on VT Route 100 in the Town of Warren. Investigation revealed the operator, a juvenile male, (16), of Waitsfield was traveling south on VT Route 100 when his vehicle left the roadway off the southbound side. The vehicle continued off the roadway for approximately 300 FT and overturned before it came to its place of uncontrolled rest. The operator sustained serious injuries as a result of the crash and was transported to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center for further treatment.

The Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by members of numerous first responding agencies. VT Route 100 was closed for approximately two hours while the investigation was conducted.

VCVC: None

COURT ACTION: NO

COURT DATE/TIME: N/A

COURT: N/A

MUGSHOT: N/A

Trooper Ryan Normile (243)

Vermont State Police

Troop A - Berlin

578 Paine Tpke N., Berlin, VT

802-229-9191 (Barracks)

Williston Barracks/Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 26A1007195

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Tyler Silva

STATION: Williston

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

DATE/TIME: September 22, 2026, at 0743 hours

STREET: I-89 South

TOWN: South Burlington

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Exit 14E

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Kang An

AGE: 34

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Colchester, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2014

VEHICLE MAKE: BMW

VEHICLE MODEL: X3

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Rear end

INJURIES: None

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Corey Wrigley

AGE: 41

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Winooski, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2015

VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota

VEHICLE MODEL: Rav4

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Totaled

INJURIES: None

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On September 22, 2026, at approximately 0743 hours, Troopers assigned to the Williston Barracks responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on I-89 South near Exit 14E in the City of South Burlington.

Investigation into the collision determined that the operator of vehicle #1, Kang An (34) of Colchester, VT, swerved to avoid another vehicle that was stopped/slowed in traffic. Vehicle #1 was then rear ended by vehicle #2, operated by Corey Wrigley (41) of Winooski, VT. This collision resulted in moderate damage to the front and rear ends of the respective vehicles. Following the collision, vehicle #2 became engulfed in flames.

No injuries were reported in this collision.

As a result of the collision and subsequent fire, the southbound lanes were closed briefly while the South Burlington Fire Department worked to extinguish the fire. One lane remained closed for approximately one hour until crews were able to remove the involved vehicles from the roadway.

The Vermont State Polie was assisted in this incident by the Chittenden County Sheriff's Department, Vermont Highway Patrol, South Burlington Fire Department, and Anytime Towing.

Tpr. Tyler Silva & K9 Grimm

Vermont State Police

A Troop-Williston

3294 St. George Road

Williston, Vermont 05495

Tel: 802-878-7111

St. Albans Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 26A2006265

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jordan Peterson

STATION: St. Albans

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

DATE/TIME: 9/22/26 at 0847 hours

STREET: Boston Post Road

TOWN: Enosburg

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Nichols Road

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: John Carr

AGE: 68

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barnstead, NH

VEHICLE YEAR: 2019

VEHICLE MAKE: Nissan

VEHICLE MODEL: Frontier

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Front end

INJURIES: N/A

HOSPITAL: N/A

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Carol Willey

AGE: 70

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: E Fairfield, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2024

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: Escape

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Front-end

INJURIES: Suspected Minor

HOSPITAL: N/A

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On the above date and time Troopers with the Vermont State Police responded to the intersection of Boston Post Road and Nichols Road in the Town of Enosburg for the report of a two-car crash. Enosburg Fire and EMS responded also responded to the scene.

Troopers identified the operators and determined that John Carr was stopped at a stop sign on Nichols Road and proceeded into the intersection with Boston Post Road while Carol Willey was traveling North on Boston Post Road. Operators were unable to stop prior to the vehicles colliding.

Both parties were evaluated by EMS personnel and both vehicles were towed from the scene. The roadway was briefly shut down during the investigation and removal of vehicles.

Re: UPDATE: Lane closure / Interstate 89 south / Exit 14 / South Burlington

The southbound lanes have been completely re-opened to traffic.

Thank you

From: Kelley, Rich via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 8:03 AM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: UPDATE: Lane closure / Interstate 89 south / Exit 14 / South Burlington

EXTERNAL SENDER: Do not open attachments or click on links unless you recognize and trust the sender.

Due to the potential fire exposure, the southbound lane is completely closed at this point, along with one of the northbound lanes. This is not expected to be a long-term closure.

From: Kelley, Rich
Sent: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 7:53 AM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Lane closure / Interstate 89 south / Exit 14 / South Burlington

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

One lane of Interstate 89 south in South Burlington is blocked near Exit 14 due to a multi-vehicle crash. This is just before the east off-ramp onto Williston Road. Motorists should expect delays in the area. Details on the crash are being determined and updates will be provided when available.

Thank you for your patience and please drive safely.

UPDATE: Lane closure / Interstate 89 south / Exit 14 / South Burlington

Due to the potential fire exposure, the southbound lane is completely closed at this point, along with one of the northbound lanes. This is not expected to be a long-term closure.

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

Thank you for your patience and please drive safely.

Lane closure / Interstate 89 south / Exit 14 / South Burlington

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

Thank you for your patience and please drive safely.

Berlin Barracks / DUI #1

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A3007881

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alyssa Nozka

STATION: Berlin Barracks

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

DATE/TIME: 09/21/2026 at 1827 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I 89 N, Berlin, VT

VIOLATION: DUI #1

ACCUSED: Cory Schwartz

AGE: 46

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Norwich, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks conducted a traffic stop on I 89 N in Berlin, VT. The operator was identified as Cory Schwartz (46) of Norwich, VT. While speaking with Schwartz, Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Schwartz was subsequently placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and brought to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Schwartz was issued a citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on October 8, 2026, at 08:30 hours.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/08/2026 at 0830 hours

COURT: Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

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

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

Berlin Barracks / DUI Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A3007853

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alyssa Nozka

STATION: Berlin Barracks

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

DATE/TIME: 09/21/2026 at 0103 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Minister Brook Rd, Worcester

VIOLATION: DUI #1

ACCUSED: Timothy Wierzbicki

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Worcester, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2017

VEHICLE MAKE: Honda

VEHICLE MODEL: HR-V

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE: Totaled

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to a reported single vehicle crash located on Minister Brook Rd in Worcester, VT. Upon arrival, Troopers observed a Honda HR-V that had crashed into a tree line. The operator, later identified as Timothy Wierzbicki (41) of Worcester, VT was located at his residence. While speaking with Wierzbicki, Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Wierzbicki was subsequently placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and brought to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Wierzbicki was issued a citation to appear in Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on October 8, 2026, at 08:30 hours.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/08/2026 at 0830 hours

COURT: Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

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

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

September 21, 2026

Berlin Barracks / Violations of Conditions of Release x3

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

CASE#: 26A3007873

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alexis Marciniak

STATION: Berlin Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

DATE/TIME: 09/21/2026 at approximately 12:56 PM

INCIDENT LOCATION: Luce Road, Calais, Vermont

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release x3

ACCUSED: Thomas J. Fallon

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Morristown, Vermont

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 09/21/2026, at approximately 12:56 PM, the Vermont State Police received a report that 33-year-old Thomas Fallon had violated his conditions of release. Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded and determined that Fallon had violated his conditions of release by contacting and harassing a household member. Fallon was issued a criminal citation for Violation of Conditions of Release x3 and is scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Washington County, Criminal Division, on 09/22/2026, at 12:30 PM to answer the above charge.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/22/2026 at 12:30 PM

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Washington County, Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Northeast Correctional Complex

BAIL: $200

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.

Shaftsbury Barracks / Two Car Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 26B3005186

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Sgt Colin Shepley

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

DATE/TIME: 09/21/2026 at 1650 hours.

STREET: US Route 7

TOWN: Pownal

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Ladd Road

WEATHER: Partly Cloudy and 58 degrees.

ROAD CONDITIONS: Clear and dry

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Constance Berman

AGE: 84

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2025

VEHICLE MAKE: Subaru

VEHICLE MODEL: Forrester

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: SVMC

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Anthony Davey

AGE: 32

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

VEHICLE YEAR: 2003

VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota

VEHICLE MODEL: Tacoma

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Totaled

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: No Transport

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On the above date and time, Vermont State Police responded to a two car crash at the US Route 7 and Ladd Road intersection in the Town of Pownal. Investigation revealed that vehicle #1 (Berman) was turning left to travel south on US Route 7 from Ladd Road when she did not yield to vehicle #2 (Davey) who was travelling north on US Route 7. Vehicle #2 subsequently struck vehicle #1 causing totaling damage to both vehicles. Both operators suffered apparent minor injuries.

Vermont State Police were assisted on scene by Pownal Rescue Squad, Pownal Fire Department, and All Service Towing.

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: Pending

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

COURT ACTION: N/A

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.

Sergeant Colin Shepley

Vermont State Police Shaftsbury

96 Airport Road Shaftsbury, VT 05262

802-442-5421

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