April 11, 2025

Rutland Barracks / Fugitive from Justice

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 25B4002467

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Hayley Mears

STATION: Rutland    

CONTACT#: 802-773-9101

 

DATE/TIME: April 10th, 2025, at approximately 1050 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Nanak Way, Killington, VT

 

ACCUSED: Treay Stewart                                                

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Killington, VT

VIOLATION: Fugitive from Justice

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On April 10th, 2025, at approximately 1050 hours, Troopers assigned to the Rutland Barracks were notified of a Fugitive from Justice in Killington. Treay Stewart was found to have an active out-of-state warrant for his arrest. The outstanding warrant was for the charges of deceptive or fraudulent business practices.

 

Stewart was arrested and transported to the Rutland Barracks for processing. Stewart was lodged at Marble Valley Correctional Facility on $5,000 bail and is to appear before the Rutland County Superior Court on 04/11/2025 at 12:30 PM.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: April 11th, 2025 at 12:30 PM

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Correctional Facility

BAIL:  $5,000.00

MUG SHOT: Included

 

 

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St. Albans Barracks // Crash in Sheldon - CORRECTED INFORMATION

Please see the corrected information in red.

Trooper Seth Boudreau 
Vermont State Police 
St. Albans Field Station
140 Fisher Pond Rd. 
St. Albans, VT 05478
802 524 5993


STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE
MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE: 25A2002407        
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Seth Boudreau
STATION: St. Albans                 
CONTACT#: 802 524 5993

DATE/TIME: 04/08/2025 at 1239 hours
STREET: VT 105
TOWN: Sheldon
LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: VT 78
INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A
WEATHER: Clear
ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

VEHICLE #1
OPERATOR: Emma Chaplin
AGE: 80
SEAT BELT? Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Highgate, VT 

VEHICLE YEAR:  2019 Chevrolet Equinox
VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet
VEHICLE MODEL: Equinox
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Heavy drivers side damage
INJURIES: Minor
HOSPITAL: Northwestern Medical Center

VEHICLE #2
OPERATOR: Dustin Machia
AGE:  29
SEAT BELT? Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Alburg, VT 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020
VEHICLE MAKE: Ram
VEHICLE MODEL: 1500
DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Minor Front end damage
INJURIES: None
HOSPITAL: N/A


SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On April 8, 2025, at 1239 hours, Vermont State Police responded to a crash in the area of VT 105 near VT 78 in the town of Sheldon. Initial investigation revealed that vehicle 1 operated by Chaplin did not stop at the VT 78 and VT 105 intersection. Vehicle 2 operated by Machia was traveling westbound on VT 105. A collision occurred between the two vehicles in the westbound lane of VT 105. Vehicle 1 sustained damage to the driver's side concentrated on the rear passenger door and vehicle 2 sustained damage to the front end.  Both vehicles were towed from the scene. Operator 1 was transported to Northwestern Medical Center for minor injuries.

Update: 

Initial investigation revealed that Chaplin did not stop at the intersection of VT 78 and VT 105. Upon further investigation, Chaplin entered the intersection after stopping before assuring it was safe to enter.  

Trooper Seth Boudreau 
Vermont State Police 
St. Albans Field Station
140 Fisher Pond Rd. 
St. Albans, VT 05478
802 524 5993
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Royalton Barracks / DUI - Drug

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 


CASE#: 25B2001918

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Daniel Arrato

STATION: Vermont State Police - Royalton Barracks

CONTACT#: (802) 234-9933


DATE/TIME: 04/10/2025 at approximately 1918 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 100 / US Route 4, Bridgewater, VT

VIOLATION: DUI - Drug

 

 

ACCUSED: Elisabeth L. Lord

AGE: 55

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Mendon, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers with the Vermont State Police - Royalton Barracks conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle after observing a motor vehicle violation. The operator was identified as Elisabeth Lord, age 55, of Mendon. During the stop, Lord displayed signs of impairment, was screened for suspicion of DUI, and subsequently arrested for driving under the influence and transported to the Royalton Barracks for processing. Lord issued a criminal citation to appear in the Vermont Superior Court (Windsor) - Criminal Division on June 17, 2025 at 0830 hours.

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: June 17, 2025, at 0830 hours

COURT: Vermont Superior Court (Windsor) Criminal Division, at Woodstock

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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April 10, 2025

St. Albans Barracks // Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A2002472

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jared Blair                         

STATION: St Albans               

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 04/10/2025 @2131 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Vt 105, Sheldon

VIOLATION: Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Ty Farnsworth                                              

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Sheldon, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On April 10st 2025 at approximately 2131 hours, Troopers from the St Albans Barracks were monitoring speed on Vt Rt 105 in the town of Sheldon. Troopers observed a vehicle traveling 93 MPH in a 50 MPH zone. The operator was identified as Ty Farnsworth of Sheldon. Farnsworth was issued a criminal citation to appear in Franklin County Superior Court on May 27th, 2025, at 0830 hours as well as two VCVCs.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 05/27/2025 at 0830 hours

COURT: Franklin

LODGED – N/A   LOCATION: N/A    

BAIL: 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.

 

 

 

Trooper Jared Blair

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

140 Fisher Pond Rd

St. Albans, VT 05478

(802)-524-5993

jared.blair@vermont.gov

 

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Williston Barracks / Criminal DLS

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A1002466

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Shamir Exantus                           

STATION: Williston Barracks                      

CONTACT#: (802) 878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: 04/10/25; 21:56 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Essex, VT

VIOLATION: Criminal DLS

 

ACCUSED: Nicole Barnard                                       

AGE: 35

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Richmond, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On April 10, 2025, at approximately 2156 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Williston Barracks conducted a motor vehicle stop for an observed violation on US Route 117 in Essex, VT. Further investigations revealed that Barnard (35) was operating a motor vehicle with a criminally suspended license. Barnard was released on a citation to appear in Chittenden County Superior Court, Criminal Division to answer for the charge of Criminal DLS at a later date and time.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 06/24/25 at 0830 hours

COURT: Chittenden County

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.

 

 

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Berlin Barracks / Domestic Assault

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE: 25A3002394

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Robert Lemnah

STATION: Berlin Barracks

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: April 10th, 2025, 15:45 hours.

INCIDENT LOCATION: Robinson Rd, East Montpelier

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

 

ACCUSED: Steven Pelton

AGE: 35

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: East Montpelier, VT

 

VICTIM: The State Police does not release the names of victims of Domestic Assault

AGE:

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On April 10th 2025 at approximately 15:45 hours, The Vermont State Police responded to a residence on Robinson Rd in the town of East Montpelier for a reported citizen dispute. Further investigation revealed that Steven Pelton allegedly injured a household member after an argument. Pelton was subsequently taken into custody and transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Pelton was flash cited into Washington County Superior Court on April 11th 2025, at 12:30 PM to answer the charge of Domestic Assault.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: April 11th 2025 @ 12:30 hours  

COURT: Washington County

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NOT INCLUDED

 

*Please note court date and time are subject to change at the discretion of the court. Please call the criminal court clerk to confirm arraignment time. 
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media release/ Shaftsbury Barracks motor vehicle crash (fatal)

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

CASE#: 25B3001473                                         

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Cpl. Travis Hess

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks             

CONTACT#: (802)442-5421

DATE/TIME: 4/10/25 at approximately 1454 hours

STREET: 922 Maple Hill Rd.

TOWN: Arlington

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS:

WEATHER:  Partly cloudy

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dirt

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Raymond Ostrander

AGE:  85 

SEAT BELT? No

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Arlington, VT

VEHICLE YEAR:2023

VEHICLE MAKE: Nissan

VEHICLE MODEL: Altima

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: heavy front-end

INJURIES: Fatal

HOSPITAL: Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC)

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH: 

 

On 4/10/25, at approximately 1454 hours, troopers from the Shaftsbury barracks responded to a report of a single vehicle crash on Maple Hill Road in the town of Arlington, VT. Upon arrival, it was learned the operator was entrapped in the vehicle and unresponsive. Investigation revealed Vehicle 1 was traveling northbound and left the roadway for an unknown reason. After leaving the roadway, Vehicle 1 collided with a tree. Members from Arlington Fire Department and Arlington Rescue Squad responded to the scene to assist. Once Ostrander was removed from the vehicle he was transported to SVMC, where he was pronounced deceased.

 

The crash is currently under investigation. Anyone with information pertaining to the crash is asked to contact Corporal Hess at the Shaftsbury barracks.

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St. Johnsbury Barracks / Voyeurism, False Information to Police Officer

VSP News Release – Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#:  254A002848

TROOPER FULL NAME:  Griffin Pearson                

STATION:  St. Johnsbury Barracks                   

CONTACT#:  802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME:  4-3-25 at 1533 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION:  Munn Road, Bradford, VT

VIOLATION(S): 

  1. Voyeurism
  2. False Information to Police Officer

 

ACCUSED:  Jakob Tanenhaus                           

AGE:  35

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:  Bradford, 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 4/3/25, at approximately 1533 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police - St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to Munn Road in Bradford, VT, due to reports of an individual being in possession of child pornography. Troopers spoke with the complainant, Jakob Tanenhaus, who shared details pertaining to his initial complaint. Following a thorough investigation, Troopers determined Jakob had provided a false report to law enforcement. Furthermore, he was found to be in possession of video evidence that was determined to be criminal in nature. On 4/7/25, Troopers met with Jakob and issued him a citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court on May 7th, 2025, at 0830 hours to answer for the aforementioned charges.

 

COURT ACTION:  Yes

COURT DATE/TIME:  5-7-25 at 0830 hours

COURT:  Orange 

LODGED:  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.

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Griffin Pearson
Troop “A” St. Johnsbury Barrack
1068 US-5 #1
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

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St. Johnsbury Barracks / DUI Crash

VSP News Release – Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

       

CASE#:  25A4003104

TROOPER:  Griffin Pearson

STATION:  St. Johnsbury                

CONTACT#:  802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME:  4-10-25 at 1501 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION:  I-91 North, Exit 18 (Barnet, VT)

VIOLATIONS:  DUI #1

 

ACCUSED:  Christopher Bolton

AGE:  29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:  Marlborough, NH

 

VEHICLE MAKE:  Volkswagen

VEHICLE MODEL:  Jetta

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE:  Totaled

INJURIES:  Minor

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, Troopers with the Vermont State Police – St. Johnsbury Barracks received reports of a single motor vehicle crash in the area of I-91 North, Exit 18, in Barnet, VT. Troopers responded to the scene and located a severely damaged Volkswagen Jetta on the shoulder of the exit ramp, as well as the operator of the vehicle, Christopher Bolton (29), seated on the ground nearby.

 

During the course of the investigation, Troopers observed Bolton exhibiting several signs of impairment and subsequently learned that he had operated a motor vehicle on a public highway while under the influence of alcoholic beverages. Bolton was transported to Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) by CALEX Ambulance for precautionary purposes. Troopers remained with Bolton and later cited him to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court on June 30, 2025, at 0830 hours for the aforementioned charge.

 

COURT ACTION:  Yes

COURT DATE/TIME:  6-30-25 at 0830 hours

COURT:  Caledonia County

LODGED:  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.

 

Respectfully,

Trooper Griffin Pearson
Troop “A” St. Johnsbury Barrack
1068 US-5 #1
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819

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St Albans / Luring a Child & Possession of CSAM

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 25A2002051

RANK / TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Christopher Finley                              

STATION: St Albans

CONTACT#: (802) 524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: April 10, 2025

INCIDENT LOCATION: Swanton VT

VIOLATION: Luring a Child / Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

 

ACCUSED: Kenneth Glennon

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Swanton, Vermont

 

VICTIM: Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of sexual offenses.

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On March 26, 2025, the Northwest Unit for Special Investigations initiated an investigation into Glennon based upon reports received involving a 13-year-old female. Investigation revealed that Glennon committed the offense of Luring a Child, and was found in possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material. Glennon was arrested and released on a citation to appear at Vermont Superior Court – Franklin Criminal Division on May 27, 2025, at 0830 hours.

 

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: No

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Yes

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Vermont Superior Court, Franklin Criminal Division

COURT DATE/TIME:  5/27/25 0830 hours

 

 

Detective Tpr. Christopher Finley

Vermont State Police

140 Fisher Pond Road

St. Albans, VT 05478

802-524-5993

 

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Berlin Barracks / Violation of Conditions of Release

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A3002374

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jae Farnum-Boylan                            

STATION: Berlin                     

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 04/09/2025 2043 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Clark Rd, East Montpelier, Vermont

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release

 

ACCUSED: Nathaniel Cliche                                               

AGE: 37

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: East Montpelier, Vermont

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 04/09/2025 Troopers responded to a report of a family fight in East Montpelier, Vermont.  An investigation revealed Nathaniel Cliche had violated court ordered conditions of release.  Cliche left the residence, but Troopers found him hiding in a shed behind the residence.  Cliche was taken into custody and transported to the Berlin State Police Barracks for processing.  Cliche was issued conditions of release to appear in Washington County Superior Court- Criminal Division on 04/10/2025 at 0830 hours.  Cliche was held for lack of $200 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  04/10/2025 0830 hours          

COURT: Washington County Superior Court- Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION:  Northwest State Correctional Center

BAIL: $200

MUG SHOT: INCLUDE IMAGE

 

 

*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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April 9, 2025

Royalton Barracks / DUI Drug

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE
       
CASE#: 25B2001899
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Elisabeth Plympton                              
STATION: VSP Royalton                    
CONTACT#: 802 234 9933

DATE/TIME: 04/09/2025 at approximately 1907 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Route 107, Bethel
VIOLATION: DUI Drug

ACCUSED: Steven Knowles                                            
AGE: 59
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Barnard, VT



SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 4/9/25 at approximately 1907 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks conducted a motor vehicle stop on VT RTE 107 in Royalton. The operator was identified as Steven Knowles. During the stop, Troopers observed signs of impairment. After investigation Knowles was placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI and brought to the Royalton Barracks for processing. He was cited to appear at Windsor County Court on 6/24/25 at 0830 hours to answer to the above charges.


COURT ACTION: Yes
COURT DATE/TIME:   06/24/25 @ 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


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Re: Road Closure Boston Post Rd By Deer Valley Dr Bakersfield

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State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

 St Albans Barracks

Press Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

 

Boston Post Rd  near Deer Valley Dr in Bakersfield will be shut down until further notice due to a motor vehicle crash. Specific details are not available at this time, updates will be provided as appropriate.  Motorist should seek alternative routes and expect delays in the area.

 

Please drive carefully.

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Road Closure Boston Post Rd By Deer Valley Dr Bakersfield

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

 St Albans Barracks

Press Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

 

Boston Post Rd  near Deer Valley Dr in Bakersfield will be shut down until further notice due to a motor vehicle crash. Specific details are not available at this time, updates will be provided as appropriate.  Motorist should seek alternative routes and expect delays in the area.

 

Please drive carefully.

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Vermont State Police investigates death of two people at a residence in Eden

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Vermont State Police investigates the deaths of two people at a residence in Eden

 

Eden, Vermont (Wednesday, April 9, 2025) — The Vermont State Police is investigating the deaths of two individuals whose bodies were found Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at a home in Eden.

 

Law enforcement received a 911 call at 2:09 p.m.  The caller advised there were two deceased individuals in a private home on Rt. 100 in Eden.  Deputies from the Lamoille County Sheriff Department and a State Fish and Wildlife Warden responded and located two people dead inside the residence.  Everyone involved in this incident is believed to be accounted for, and there is no identified threat to the community.

 

This investigation is in its preliminary 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.  The Lamoille County State Attorney is also assisting. 

 

Following processing of the scene by the Crime Scene Search Team, the victims’ bodies will be brought to the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington for an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death. Names of those involved will be released after notification of relatives and further investigation.

 

Anyone with information that could aid investigators in this case should call the Vermont State Police in Williston at 802-878-7111 or submit an anonymous tip online at https://vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit. 

 

No additional details are currently available. VSP will provide updates as the investigation continues.

 

 

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