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September 13, 2025

St. Albans Barracks / MV Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 25A2006817

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Catherine Gullo

STATION: St. Albans

CONTACT#: (802) 524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/2025, 2350 hours

STREET: S Richford Rd

TOWN: Richford

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Bridgeman Rd

WEATHER: Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Juvenile

AGE: 18

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Enosburgh, VT

VIOLATION: Under investigation

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2008

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet

VEHICLE MODEL: Cobalt

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: Major

HOSPITAL: University of Vermont Medical Center

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On September 12, 2025, at approximately 2350 hours, Troopers responded to a single vehicle crash involving a Chevrolet Cobalt off the road on S Richford Rd near Bridgeman Rd in Richford. The operator was traveling East on S Richford Rd when he left the roadway after navigating a curve. The vehicle ultimately came to a position of uncontrolled rest after hitting an electrical pole. The vehicle was removed from the scene, and the operator was transported to UVMMC for his injuries.

 

Troopers were assisted on scene by Richford Fire & Rescue.

 

 

V/R,

 

Trooper Catherine Gullo

Vermont State Police | Troop A – St. Albans Barracks

140 Fisher Pond Rd, St. Albans, VT 05478

802.524.5993 | Catherine.Gullo@vermont.gov

 

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Update St. Johnsbury Barracks / Fatal Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 25A4008081                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper David Hastings

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/25 at 1525 hours

STREET: U.S. Route 302

TOWN: Newbury

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: P & H Truck Stop

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear           

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Tracy Mart

AGE: 69

SEAT BELT?: N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Concord, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Harley Davidson

VEHICLE MODEL: Tri Glide Ultra

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Damage to Front of vehicle

INJURIES: Fatal

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Steven Staniszewski

AGE: 72

SEAT BELT?: N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Stevensville, MD

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Indian

VEHICLE MODEL: Roadmaster

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Back end damage and left side of vehicle.

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, at approximately 1525 hours, troopers from the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash involving two motorcycles near the P & H Truck Stop on Route 302 in Newbury.

 

Upon arrival, the operator of vehicle 1 was found unresponsive. CPR was initiated immediately, but despite lifesaving efforts, the operator was pronounced deceased at the scene by EMS.

 

The second operator, Steven Staniszewski, 72, of Stevensville, Maryland, sustained no injuries. His motorcycle sustained moderate damage to the rear and left side.

 

Preliminary investigation indicates that Staniszewski was traveling east on Route 302 and had slowed down as a truck was turning into the parking lot of the P & H Truck Stop. Operator 1, who  also was traveling eastbound, collided with the rear of Staniszewski’s motorcycle. Operator 1 was ejected from his vehicle, which came to rest on the southern side of the roadway.

 

At this time, neither speed nor impairment appear to be contributing factors. The crash remains under active investigation. The name of the deceased operator is being withheld at this time pending notification of next of kin.

 

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111.

 

 

Sergeant Mark Pohlman

Vermont State Police

St Johnsbury Barracks

802-748-3111

 

From: Hastings, David via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
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To: DPS - VSP Media <DPS.VSPMedia@list.vermont.gov>
Subject: St. Johnsbury Barracks / Fatal Crash

 

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STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 25A4008081                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper David Hastings

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/25 at 1525 hours

STREET: U.S. Route 302

TOWN: Newbury

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: P & H Truck Stop

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear           

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Pending Notification of next of kin

AGE: N/A

SEAT BELT?: N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: N/A

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Harley Davidson

VEHICLE MODEL: Tri Glide Ultra

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Damage to Front of vehicle

INJURIES: Fatal

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Steven Staniszewski

AGE: 72

SEAT BELT?: N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Stevensville, MD

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Indian

VEHICLE MODEL: Roadmaster

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Back end damage and left side of vehicle.

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, at approximately 1525 hours, troopers from the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash involving two motorcycles near the P & H Truck Stop on Route 302 in Newbury.

 

Upon arrival, the operator of vehicle 1 was found unresponsive. CPR was initiated immediately, but despite lifesaving efforts, the operator was pronounced deceased at the scene by EMS.

 

The second operator, Steven Staniszewski, 72, of Stevensville, Maryland, sustained no injuries. His motorcycle sustained moderate damage to the rear and left side.

 

Preliminary investigation indicates that Staniszewski was traveling east on Route 302 and had slowed down as a truck was turning into the parking lot of the P & H Truck Stop. Operator 1, who  also was traveling eastbound, collided with the rear of Staniszewski’s motorcycle. Operator 1 was ejected from his vehicle, which came to rest on the southern side of the roadway.

 

At this time, neither speed nor impairment appear to be contributing factors. The crash remains under active investigation. The name of the deceased operator is being withheld at this time pending notification of next of kin.

 

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111.

 

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Traffic Alert- Interstate 89 SB mm 87 (South Burlington)



State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Williston Barracks

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

 

Interstate 89SB in the area of mm 87 (South Burlington) is down to one lane as a result of a crash. It is currently unknown how long the delay will last for, but we will provide updates accordingly.  Specific details are not yet available and updates will be provided as appropriate.  

 

Motorists should expect delays in the area, or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.



Jared Phillips

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Vermont State Police Williston PSAP

3294 St. George Rd Williston, VT 05495

Phone: 802-878-7111

PSAP Fax: 802-878-3173

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St Johnsbury Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

             

CASE#:25A4008094

TROOPER: Benjamin Goodwin                     

STATION: VSP-Saint Johnsbury              

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/2025 2100 hours

LOCATION: Ryegate, VT

VIOLATION: Aggravated Assault

 

ACCUSED: William Locke

AGE: 38

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ryegate, VT 

 

VICTIM: Robert Bariteau

AGE: 57

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ryegate, VT

 

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault/Violation of Conditions

 

ACCUSED: Robert Bariteau

AGE: 57

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ryegate, VT 

 

VICTIM: The Vermont State Police does not release information on victims of Domestic Violence

AGE: 73

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ryegate, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Saint Johnsbury Barracks were notified of an assault and stabbing at a residence on South Bayley Hazen Rd in Ryegate, VT. Troopers responded to the scene and learned that a domestic dispute occurred followed by a stabbing. Locke was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Saint Johnsbury State Police Barracks for processing.  He was lodged at the Northeast State Correctional Facility. Bariteau was transported to the hospital for serious non-life-threatening injuries and released with conditions of release.  Both parties are cited into Caledonia County Superior Court for September 15, 2025.  

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE: 09/15/2025 at 1230 hours 

COURT: Caledonia County Superior Court, Criminal Division

LODGED LOCATION: Northeast State Correctional Facility

BAIL: $5,000

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

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Berlin Barracks / VAPO

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A3006440

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jae Farnum-Boylan                            

STATION: Berlin                     

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/2025 at 2031 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Elm St, Waterbury, VT

VIOLATION: Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order

 

ACCUSED: Skyler Litchfield                                          

AGE: 38

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 09/12/2025 Troopers responded to a report of a stalking order violation in Waterbury, Vermont.  An investigation revealed Skyler Litchfield had violated a court ordered stalking order. Litchfield was located and taken into custody and transported to the Berlin State Police Barracks for processing. Litchfield was issued conditions of release to appear in Washington County Superior Court- Criminal Division on 09/15/2025 at 1230 hours.  Litchfield was held for lack of $200 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/15/2025 at 1230 hours          

COURT: Washington County Superior Court- Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION:  Northwest State Correctional Center

BAIL: $200

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.

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RE: Traffic alter - Middlebrook Rd in Ferrisburgh

Roadway is open again

 

Dana Burke

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Vermont State Police

1330 Westminster Heights Road

Westminster, VT 05158

(802) 722-4600

 

From: Wetherby, Matthew via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Friday, September 12, 2025 11:24 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic alter - Middlebrook Rd in Ferrisburgh

 

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State of Vermont 

Department of Public Safety 

Vermont State Police 

New Haven Barracks

  

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification 

Both lanes of Middlebrook Rd in Ferrisburgh are closed in the area of Satterly Rd due to a crash with wires down in the roadway. 

This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours.  Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate.   

Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully. 

 

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New Haven Barracks / Single Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
 
NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH
 
CASE#: 25B5004112
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Iain Carr
STATION: New Haven Barracks
CONTACT#: (802) 388-4919
 
DATE/TIME: 9/12/25, at 2249 hours
STREET: Middlebrook Road
TOWN: Ferrisburgh
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Satterly Road
WEATHER: Clear
ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry
 
VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Tapanga Cordova-Gil
AGE: 29
SEAT BELT: No
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont.
 
VEHICLE YEAR: 2013
VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet
VEHICLE MODEL: Tahoe
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled
INJURIES: Suspected Moderate
HOSPITAL: UVM Medical Center
 
SUMMARY OF CRASH:
 
On 9/12/25 at approximately 2249 hours, Troopers from the New Haven Barracks were notified of a single vehicle crash in the area of Middlebrook Road and Satterly Road in the Town of Ferrisburgh, Vermont. Investigation revealed the operator of V#1, Tapanga Cordova-Gil (29) of Ferrisburgh, was travelling west on Middlebrook Road at approximately 40mph. V#1 exited the roadway, struck a utility pole, and rolled onto its roof. Cordova-Gil was transported to UVM medical center for suspected moderate injuries. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

The Vermont State Police was assisted on scene by the Ferrisburgh Fire Department and the Charlotte Rescue Squad. 
 
VCVC(s): Pending
COURT ACTION: N

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Westminster Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25B1007100

Trooper Joseph Galusha          

STATION: Westminster                   

CONTACT#: (802) 722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/2025 @ 16:12

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 91 Northbound, Guilford, VT

VIOLATION: DUI, Violation of Conditions of Release, Criminal DLS, False Reports to Law Enforcement Authorities

 

ACCUSED: David A. McAllister        

AGE: 65

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Lowell, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 09/12/2025 at 16:12, the Vermont State Police received a report from the Massachusetts State Police Shelburne Barracks that a vehicle nearly struck a Massachusetts State Trooper and continued into Vermont without stopping as the Massachusetts State Police attempted to conducted a traffic stop. The vehicle was last known to be driving on Interstate 91 north in Guilford (Windham County), VT.

Troopers from the Vermont State Police, Westminster barracks responded, and attempted to locate the vehicle. The vehicle was later located abandoned at a gas station in Rockingham, VT. The operator, David A. McAllister was located on US Route 5 in Bellows Falls, VT by the Vermont State Police and Troopers began an investigation.

At the conclusion of the investigation, McAllister was arrested for DUI, violation of conditions of release, criminal-DLS, and false reports to law enforcement authorities. McAllister was transported to the Vermont State Police Barracks in Westminster for processing. 

McAllister was issued with a criminal citation and is scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division, on September 15th, 2025 at 12:30 pm to answer for the above charges.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: September 15, 2025 @ 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.

 

 

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Derby Barracks / DUI / Cruelty to a Child / Disorderly Conduct

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#:25A5004964

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Richard Berlandy                            

STATION: Derby                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

 

DATE/TIME: 09/11/2025 @ 2153 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 58, Irasburg

VIOLATION: DUI #1, Cruelty to a Child, Disorderly Conduct

 

ACCUSED: Christian Cheney                                              

AGE: 28

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Essex Junction, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 09/11/2025 at approximately 2153 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of a possible impaired driver travelling in the town of Irasburg.  Troopers located the vehicle on VT Route 58 and identified the operator as Christian Cheney (28) of Essex Junction.  Cheney had a juvenile passenger in the vehicle as well.  After subsequent investigation Cheney was placed under arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence and transported to the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks for processing.  While in custody Cheney displayed violent and tumultuous behavior in a public place.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  09/30/2025 @ 0830 AM         

COURT: Orleans County Superior Court

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 Richard Berlandy

Vermont State Police | Troop A - Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Rd, Derby, VT 05829

802.334.8881 | Richard.berlandy@vermont.gov

 

 

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September 12, 2025

Traffic alter - Middlebrook Rd in Ferrisburgh

State of Vermont 
Department of Public Safety 
Vermont State Police 
New Haven Barracks
  
News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification 
Both lanes of Middlebrook Rd in Ferrisburgh are closed in the area of Satterly Rd due to a crash with wires down in the roadway. 
This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours.  Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate.   
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully. 

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Royalton Barracks / DUI Crash, Grossly Negligent Operation /

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 25B2005059

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ray Domingus                      

STATION: Royalton Barracks            

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/2025 at approximately 1755 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 89 MM27.8, Randolph, Vermont

VIOLATION: DUI-Drug, Grossly Negligent Operation

ACCUSED: Mary Braley

AGE: 52

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, Troopers from the Royalton Barracks responded to a report of a two motor vehicle crash in the area of Interstate 89 Northbound Mile Marker 27.8, in the Town of Randolph, Vermont. While interacting with the at fault operator, Braley (52) Troopers observed indicators of impairment. Subsequent investigation indicated Braley had been operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants. Through investigation Troopers, determined Braley was operating her motor vehicle in a grossly negligent manner and was a contributing factor to the crash.

 

Braley was taken into custody and transported to the Royalton Barracks for processing. Braley was released on a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Orange Criminal Division, on 12/17/2025, at 0830 hours to answer the above charge.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  12/17/2025 @ 0830

COURT: Orange County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: No

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 the arraignment time.

 

Trooper Ray Domingus & K9 Cash

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks

 

 

 

Trooper Ray Domingus & K9 Cash

Vermont State Police

Royalton Barracks

 

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St. Johnsbury Barracks / Fatal Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 25A4008081                              

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper David Hastings

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                                      

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/25 at 1525 hours

STREET: U.S. Route 302

TOWN: Newbury

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: P & H Truck Stop

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear           

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Pending Notification of next of kin

AGE: N/A

SEAT BELT?: N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: N/A

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Harley Davidson

VEHICLE MODEL: Tri Glide Ultra

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Damage to Front of vehicle

INJURIES: Fatal

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Steven Staniszewski

AGE: 72

SEAT BELT?: N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Stevensville, MD

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: Indian

VEHICLE MODEL: Roadmaster

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Back end damage and left side of vehicle.

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, at approximately 1525 hours, troopers from the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash involving two motorcycles near the P & H Truck Stop on Route 302 in Newbury.

 

Upon arrival, the operator of vehicle 1 was found unresponsive. CPR was initiated immediately, but despite lifesaving efforts, the operator was pronounced deceased at the scene by EMS.

 

The second operator, Steven Staniszewski, 72, of Stevensville, Maryland, sustained no injuries. His motorcycle sustained moderate damage to the rear and left side.

 

Preliminary investigation indicates that Staniszewski was traveling east on Route 302 and had slowed down as a truck was turning into the parking lot of the P & H Truck Stop. Operator 1, who  also was traveling eastbound, collided with the rear of Staniszewski's motorcycle. Operator 1 was ejected from his vehicle, which came to rest on the southern side of the roadway.

 

At this time, neither speed nor impairment appear to be contributing factors. The crash remains under active investigation. The name of the deceased operator is being withheld at this time pending notification of next of kin.

 

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111.


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St Albans Barracks Fire Investigation

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#:25A2006794

Vermont State Police Fire Investigator: Detective Sergeant David Hurwitch

Division of Fire Safety Investigator (s): Assistant State Fire Marshal Jesse Dobiecki,

STATION:   Department of Public Safety Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit                  

 

DATE/TIME: 09/12/2025, 1600 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Dollar General, 864 Ethan Allen Highway, Georgia, Vt. 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 09/12/2025, Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit (FEIU) was contacted by the Georgia Fire Department about an exterior fire on the back side of the Dollar General in Georgia, Vt. With no injuries.  Members of the FEIU responded to assist the fire department and conducted an investigation into the origin and cause of this fire. 

 

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and anyone with information regarding the fire is asked to contact Det. Sgt. David Hurwitch at the Williston Barracks, 802-878-7111 or by contacting the Vermont Arson Tip Award Program (VATAP) hotline at 1-800-32-ARSON (1-800-322-7766).

 

 

Detective Sergeant David Hurwitch

Fire and Explosion Investigations Unit

Vermont State Police

3294 St. George Road | Williston, VT 05495

c: 802-585-0394 | David.hurwitch@vermont.gov

 

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Re: Traffic Alert - US Route 302, Newbury

UPDATE

The roadway is now open. Thank you. 
From: Reece, Emily <Emily.Reece@vermont.gov>
Sent: Friday, September 12, 2025 3:57 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>; Reece, Emily <Emily.Reece@vermont.gov>
Subject: Re: Traffic Alert - US Route 302, Newbury
 
UPDATE

US Route 302 will be closed EASTBOUND and will be down to ONE LANE, in the area of Welch Rd. 

Thank you.
From: Reece, Emily via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Friday, September 12, 2025 3:38 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - US Route 302, Newbury
 
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State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

St Johnsbury Barracks

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
US Route 302 is blocked in the area of Welch Rd due to a crash.
This incident is expected to last for 2 hours. Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate.
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes. Please drive carefully.

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Traffic alert - Roadway at I 89 NB MM 7.6 Hartford is now fully open

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification 

I89 northbound in Hartford is now fully open in area of mile marker 7.6.

Please drive safely.





ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION OF CLOSURE:

State of Vermont 

Department of Public Safety 

Vermont State Police 

Royalton Barracks

  

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification 

I89  northbound in Hartford is down to one lane in the area of mile marker 7.6 due to a car fire. 

This incident is expected to last for less than an hour.  Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate.   

Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully. 

 

 

 

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RE: Traffic alert - I 89 NB MM 7.6 Hartford

 

 

 

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State of Vermont 

Department of Public Safety 

Vermont State Police 

Royalton Barracks

  

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification 

I89  northbound in Hartford is down to one lane in the area of mile marker 7.6 due to a car fire. 

This incident is expected to last for less than an hour.  Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate.   

Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully. 

 

 

 

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Re: Traffic Alert - US Route 302, Newbury

UPDATE

US Route 302 will be closed EASTBOUND and will be down to ONE LANE, in the area of Welch Rd. 

Thank you.
From: Reece, Emily via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Friday, September 12, 2025 3:38 PM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - US Route 302, Newbury
 
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State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

St Johnsbury Barracks

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
US Route 302 is blocked in the area of Welch Rd due to a crash.
This incident is expected to last for 2 hours. Specific details are not yet available, and updates will be provided as appropriate.
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes. Please drive carefully.

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