Derby Barracks / Runaway Juvenile

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5005913

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jesse Nash                          

STATION: Derby                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 10/12/2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Gage Road in the Town of Newport, VT

 

MISSING JUVENILE: Lia St. Martin

AGE: 16

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Newport Town, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 12, 2026, the Vermont State Police received a report of a runaway juvenile, identified as Lia St. Martin (16) of Newport Town, Vermont.

St. Martin was last seen during the late evening hours of October 11, 2026, at a residence on Gage Road in the Town of Newport.

 

St. Martin is described as approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 125 pounds, with black hair and hazel eyes. A photograph of St. Martin is attached to assist with identification.

The Vermont State Police is actively following up on leads regarding St. Martin’s whereabouts and is requesting the public’s assistance in locating her.

 

Anyone with information regarding St. Martin’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881.

 

Anonymous tips may also be submitted through the Vermont State Police Tip Submission Page at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit or by texting the keyword VTIPS to 274637 (CRIMES).

VT State Police, Watch Commander schedule: Oct 12th - 18th

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Watch Commander Schedule for the week of October 12^th – 18th

 

Please follow the attached instructions for contacting the Watch Commanders.

 

Watch Commander – North

               Lieutenant Cory Lozier

                Cory.Lozier@vermont.gov

 

Watch Commander – South

Captain Michael Manley

Michael.Manley@vermont.gov

 

 

Watch Commander – Troop A (north)

Williston: 802-878-7111

St. Albans: 802-524-5993

Berlin: 802-229-9191

St. Johnsbury: 802-748-3111

Derby: 802-334-8881

 

Watch Commander – Troop B (south)

Westminster: 802-722-4600

Royalton: 802-234-9933

Shaftsbury: 802-442-5421

Rutland: 802-773-9101

New Haven: 802-388-4919

 

Please visit: http://vsp.vermont.gov/stations for a state coverage map of towns served by specific VSP Field Stations

 

 

 

 

 

 

St. Albans Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A2006798

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Carson Cowhig & Trooper Adam Martin                         

STATION: St. Albans Barracks            

CONTACT#: (802)-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 10/11/2026 @ 1951 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Main Street, Fairfax VT

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault, Assault of Protected Professional with Bodily Fluids, Resisting Arrest

 

ACCUSED: Kelly Bickings                                              

AGE: 45

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St. Albans, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the October 11th, 2026, at approximately 1951 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police - St. Albans Barracks were notified of a domestic disturbance on Main Street in the Town of Fairfax. Investigation revealed that Kelly Bickings (45) of Fairfax, VT had caused bodily injury to a household member.

 

While taking Bickings into custody, Bickings assaulted a protected professional with bodily fluids and resisted arrest. Bickings was transported to the Vermont State Police - St. Albans Barracks for processing. Bickings was later lodged at the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility for lack of $200 bail. Bickings was additionally cited to appear at the Franklin County Superior Court – Criminal Division on 10/13/2026 at 1300 hours for the above charges.

 

Members from Fairfax Rescue provided assistance throughout the incident.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/13/2026 @ 1300 hours       

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION: Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility

BAIL: $200

MUG SHOT: None

 

 

 

 

*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 Carson Cowhig

Vermont State Police – St. Albans

140 Fisher Pond Road

St. Albans, VT 05468

(802) 524-5993

 

St Albans Barracks / Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A2006777

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Weed

STATION: St Albans

CONTACT#: 802 524 5993

 

DATE/TIME: 10/11/2026 @ 0024 hours

STREET: Shawville Rd

TOWN: Sheldon

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Heather Ln

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Caleb Chates

AGE:  22

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Richford, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: F-150

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: heavy front end damage

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: Northwestern Medical Center

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: NONE

AGE:  N/A

SEAT BELT? N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: N/A

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2025

VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota

VEHICLE MODEL: Rav-4

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: heavy front end damage

INJURIES: Moderate

HOSPITAL: Northwestern Medical Center

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police responded to the report of a two vehicle crash on Shawville Rd near Heather Ln in the town of Sheldon. During the investigation Troopers learned that Op1, 22 year old Caleb Chates, had been operating his vehicle East on Shawville Rd when he failed to navigate a sharp corner. V1 impacted with a vehicle parked on the shoulder (V2) causing damage to both vehicles. Two occupants inside of V2 sustained moderate injuries and were transported to the Northwest Medical Center via ambulance. Chates was also transported to the Northwest Medical Center for treatment of his injuries and was processed under suspicion of DUI. All persons involved in the crash were later released from the hospital.

 

At this time the case is pending further investigation.

 

Troopers were assisted on scene by Sheldon Fire, AmCare, and Missisquoi Ambulance.

 

Traffic Alert - VT ROUTE 105 / MAIN ST, SHELDON

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
St. Albans

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT ROUTE 105 / MAIN ST, SHELDON has both lanes obstructed in the area of SHELDON CREEK RD (POWER LINES DOWN, VEHICLE FIRE) due to a crash.

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.

Re: ROADWAY CLOSURE - 6401 BOSTON POST RD, Bakersfield

The roadway is back open. 

 

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State of Vermont  

Department of Public Safety  

Vermont State Police  

St. Albans Barracks 

 

6401 Boston Post Rd which is between Deer Valley Dr and Witchcat Rd in Bakersfield is closed due to a crash involving a hazardous material spill.  Details on the crash are not yet available, due to the nature of the hazmat circumstances. The closure is expected to be closed for several hours, and updates will be provided once available. Motorists should seek alternate routes. 

Thank you for your patience and please drive safely.

 

 

VSP News Release - Request for Information

 

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B5004371

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:   CPL. JUSTIN BUSBY                          

STATION:  NEW HAVEN                   

CONTACT#: 802-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 10/11/2026 - 04:00 - 04:15

INCIDENT LOCATION: 3191 VT RT 116 SOUTH, BRISTOL, VT

VIOLATION: BURGLARY

 

ACCUSED:  UNKNOWN                                             

AGE:

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:

 

VICTIM: Kaur Naginder

AGE: 71

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bristol, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the morning of 10/11/2026, Vermont State Police responded to the Bristol Country Store located at 3191 VT RT 116 South, a heavily utilized local convenience store and fuel stop. Troopers discovered the following:

 

• The Break-In: The perpetrators forced entry through the store's front security doors, causing structural damage.

 

• The Theft: In addition to fleeing with a massive haul of vape products, the thieves utilized a vehicle to physically pull the store's anchored ATM machine from its moorings and haul it away.

 

• Damages: The store owner reported total merchandise losses and property damages valued between $3,500 and $5,000.

 

***********************************************************UPDATE**************************************************************** 10/11/2026 at approximately 1736 hours, Troopers from the New Haven Barracks recovered the stolen ATM from a gravel pit in the Town of Starksboro.

 

How to Report Information

 

The Vermont State Police routinely seek information regarding overnight commercial property crimes in the area. Anyone who may have witnessed suspicious vehicle activity near Route 116 South on the morning of the incident can contact the police or submit an anonymous tip:

 

• Vermont State Police (New Haven Barracks): Call 802-388-4919

• Anonymous Hotline: Tips can also be submitted anonymously online or by phone via the Vermont State Police Tip Line.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y N

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.

 

Corporal Justin Busby (434)

Vermont State Police

B Troop- New Haven

2490 Ethan Allen Hwy

New Haven, VT 05472

Tel: (802)388-4919

Fax: (802)452-7918

Email: justin.busby@vermont.gov

 

ROADWAY CLOSURE - 6401 BOSTON POST RD, Bakersfield

State of Vermont  

Department of Public Safety  

Vermont State Police  

St. Albans Barracks 

 

6401 Boston Post Rd which is between Deer Valley Dr and Witchcat Rd in Bakersfield is closed due to a crash involving a hazardous material spill.  Details on the crash are not yet available, due to the nature of the hazmat circumstances. The closure is expected to be closed for several hours, and updates will be provided once available. Motorists should seek alternate routes. 

Thank you for your patience and please drive safely.

 

 

Berlin Barracks / Excessive Speed

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3008524

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Maldonado                           

STATION: Berlin        

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/11/2026 @ 1442 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 89 North, MM 48, Berlin, VT

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Siddhant Singh              

AGE: 27

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Roxbury, MA

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 10/11/2026, at approximately 1442 hours, Troopers with Vermont State Police were monitoring traffic on Interstate 89 near Mile Marker 47.4 in the Town of Berlin, VT. Troopers observed a vehicle traveling in excess of the speed limit at 109 mph. The vehicle was stopped and the operator was identified as Siddhant Singh (27) of Roxbury, MA. Singh was issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division on 11/12/2026 at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of excessive speed. Additionally, Singh was issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint carrying a waiver amount of $655 and 2 points.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/12/2026 at 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Washington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: No     

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

New Haven Barracks / Request for Information

VSP News Release - Request for Information

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B5004375

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Gabriel Schrauf

STATION: New Haven Barracks                 

CONTACT#: (802) - 388 - 4919

 

DATE/TIME: 10/11/2026, Morning Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Basin Harbor Rd, Ferrisburgh

VIOLATION: Burglary

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – New Haven Barracks were notified of a burglary at Basin Harbor inside the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Investigation revealed the donations box with approximately $1,000, and an Apple IPad that were stolen.

 

The investigation into the matter remains active. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Trooper Gabriel Schrauf at 802-388-4919 or Gabriel.schrauf@vermont.gov

 

Anonymous tips may also be submitted through the Vermont State Police Tip Submission Page or by texting the keyword “VTIPS” to 274637 (CRIMES).

 

 

 

 

Williston Barracks / Driving Under the Influence/ Gross Negligent Operation/ Attempting to Elude/ Reckless Endangerment

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

WRONG WAY DRIVER CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A1007677                         

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Michael Foley

STATION: Williston                                     

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/11/2026 @ 0000 hours

STREET: Interstate 89 northbound

TOWN: Williston

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Mile Marker 84/4

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Taylor Chagnot

AGE: 29

SEAT BELT: Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Windham, CT

INJURIES: No injuries

 

PASSENGER: Allison Roberts

AGE: 31

SEAT BELT: No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Underhill, VT

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: University of Vermont Medical Center

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Jeep

VEHICLE MODEL: Gladiator

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Total

 

VEHICLE # 2

OPERATOR: Shawn Cavic

AGE: 32

SEAT BELT: Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Williston, VT

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: NA

 

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2025

VEHICLE MAKE: Ford

VEHICLE MODEL: Explorer

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Total

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: On October 11^th 2026 at 0000 hours, members of the Vermont State Police were notified of a wrong way driver travelling along Interstate 89 southbound, in the northbound lane of travel near Exit 14 in the town of South Burlington. Troopers located the vehicle in question as it continued to travel southbound in the northbound lane of travel in the area of Exit 12, in the town of Williston. Despite efforts to get the vehicle to safely come to a stop, the vehicle crashed into a Vermont State Police cruiser causing severe damage. Following the crash, the operator of the vehicle was identified as Taylor Chagnot. While speaking with Chagnot, troopers observed indicators of impairment. After a roadside investigation, Chagnot was placed under arrest for suspicion of Driving Under the Influence, Grossly Negligent Operation, Attempting to Elude, and Reckless Endangerment. Chagnot was transported to the Williston State Police Barracks for processing and ultimately held at the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility for lack of $1,000.00 bail.  

 

Members of the Vermont State Police were assisted during this incident by the Williston Police Department, the Williston Fire Department, and Anytime Towing.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE: October 13^th 2026 at 0815 Hours                   

COURT: Chittenden County

MUG SHOT: Attached

BAIL: $1,000.00

 

 

SGT Todd Stackhouse

Patrol Commander

Troop A- Williston

3294 St George Rd

Williston, VT 05495

(802) 878-7111

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26A4010423                                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                                       

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: October 10, 2026, at approximately 1225 hours

STREET: Interstate 91 S

TOWN: Bradford

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: 96

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Black top, dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Simon Galmiche

AGE: 35     

SEAT BELT? Y

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Montreal, Quebec

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Toyota

VEHICLE MODEL: Carolla

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Substantial Front-End Damage

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On October 10, 2026, at approximately 1225 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a reported single vehicle crash involving a deer on Interstate 91 S near MM96 in Bradford. The Bradford Fire Department and Upper Valley Ambulance also responded to the scene with Troopers. Troopers determined a deer entered the roadway resulting in a collision with a 2020 Toyota Carolla being operated by Simon Galmiche. The Carolla was totaled as a result of the collision. Galmiche was not injured and the deer was located deceased.

Royalton Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B2005829

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr Clark                            

STATION: Royalton                    

CONTACT#: (802) 234-9933

DATE/TIME: 10/10/26 / 1950hrs

INCIDENT LOCATION: I 89 S - MM 28

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed / Negligent Operation

ACCUSED: Seecharran Anirude                                                

AGE: 45

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Queens, NY

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Troopers with the Vermont State Police - Royalton Barracks were on patrol when they observed a vehicle traveling southbound at a high rate of speed on interstate 89. Radar confirmed the vehicle's speed in excess of 120MPH in a posted 65MPH zone. The vehicle was stopped without incident. The operator, Seecharran Anirude, 45, was taken into custody and transported to the Royalton Barracks where he was issued a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court - Criminal Division at the time and date listed below.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 12/02/26  // 0830hrs            

COURT: Orange

LODGED - LOCATION: NA    

BAIL: NA

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 / DUI Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B3005485                                           

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Prandini

STATION: Shaftsbury                             

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: October 10, 2026, approx. 2221 hours

STREET: Ladd Road

TOWN: Pownal, VT

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: US Route 7

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Jeffrey D. Pierce

AGE: 63    

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Pownal, VT

VIOLATIONS: DUI; Leaving the scene of an accident; Negligent operation

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2006

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet

VEHICLE MODEL: Silverado

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Front-end damage

INJURIES: Minor injuries

HOSPITAL: Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

 

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: At the above date and time, Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on Ladd Road in Pownal, VT. Through investigation, it was determined that Vehicle #1 (Pierce) travelled off the road, striking the guardrail and trees. Pierce was transported to Southwestern Vermont Medical Center for suspected minor injuries. Pierce was issued a citation for operating under the influence of alcohol, as well as for leaving the scene of a crash and for negligent operation, with both stemming from a separate incident reported to Vermont State Police earlier in the evening of October 10, 2026. Pierce was ordered to appear at Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division on December 21, 2026, at 0830 hours.

 

 

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: Pending

LODGED - LOCATION: No    

BAIL: No

MUG SHOT: No

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Bennington Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME: December 21, 2026, at 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.

 

 

Re: Traffic Alert - VT Route 36, Fairfield

Roadway is reopened. 

Thank you. 

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State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
St. Albans

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 36, Fairfield has both lanes obstructed in the area of House #7949 due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for 2-4 hours.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

Traffic Alert - VT Route 36, Fairfield

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
St. Albans

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 36, Fairfield has both lanes obstructed in the area of House #7949 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.

Berlin Barracks / Lost Hiker

 

 

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3008501

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Dalton Maenpaa                   

STATION: Berlin Barracks              

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/10/2026 @ 1751 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Camel’s Hump / Monroe Trailhead, Duxbury, VT

INCIDENT TYPE: Lost Hiker

 

MISSING PERSON: Juvenile                             

AGE: 12

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Boston, MA

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 10/10/2026 at approximately 1751 hours, troopers from the Vermont State Police – Berlin Barracks received a report of a lost hiker at the Camel’s Hump Monroe Trailhead in Duxbury, VT. The hiker was identified as a juvenile from Boston.

Mary Rice, the mother of the juvenile, advised the State Police she and her family were up from Boston to summit Camel’s Hump. On the way down from the summit, the juvenile was separated and continued down the Long Trail while the family continued down the Monroe Trail.

VSP Search and Rescue teams, Waterbury Back Country Rescue, Huntington Back Country Rescue, and Camel’s Hump Rescue responded to the scene to conduct a search. Through coordinated efforts with all teams, everyone was successfully brought down the mountain without incident.

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005445

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Arel                            

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 10/07/2026 | 0008 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Readsboro, VT

VIOLATION:

• Aggravated Assault
• Criminal Threatening x2
• Reckless Endangerment
• False Swearing

 

ACCUSED: Damion T. Stratton                                            

AGE: 27

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Bennington, VT

 

VICTIM #1: Aiden Bimmler

AGE: 24

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Readsboro, VT

 

VICTIM #2: Tina L. Drake

AGE: 59

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Readsboro, VT

 

VICTIM #3: Leonard A. Drake

AGE: 57

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Readsboro, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 07, 2026, the Vermont State Police was notified of a dispute in Readsboro which resulting in a firearm being brandished. Damion T. Stratton (27) was identified as a suspect on scene, and after a thorough investigation it was discovered that Stratton had caused fear of bodily harm to multiple residents of Readsboro, and had presented a deadly weapon to Aiden Bimmler (24). Stratton was issued a criminal citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division on October 12th, 2026, at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/12/2026 | 1230 Hours           

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility (MVRCF)

BAIL: $50,000

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.

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Trooper Michael Arel

Vermont State Police

“B” Troop – Shaftsbury

96 Airport Road

Shaftsbury, VT 05262

(802) 442-5421

 

 

Berlin Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3008473

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Maldonado                           

STATION: Berlin        

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 10/10/2026 @ 1054 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 89 North, MM 51, Berlin, VT

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed, Negligent Operation

 

ACCUSED: Clinton Luu                     

AGE: 45

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Quincy, MA

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 10/10/2026, at approximately 1054 hours, Troopers with Vermont State Police were monitoring traffic on Interstate 89 near Mile Marker 49 in the Town of Berlin, VT. Troopers observed a vehicle traveling in excess of the speed limit and operating in a negligent and unsafe manner. The operator was seen passing vehicles unsafely in the right lane at a high rate of speed, before returning to the left lane and continuing at speeds above 90 mph. Troopers observed the vehicle traveling at 95 mph. The vehicle was stopped and the operator was identified as Clinton Luu (45) of Quincy, MA. Luu was arrested and transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing and was later released with a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division on 11/12/2026 at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of excessive speed. Additionally, Luu was issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint carrying a waiver amount of $323 and 2 points.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/12/2026 at 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Washington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: No     

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Attached