New Haven Barracks / Multiple Charges

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE               

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 25B5003288

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Taylor Demick

STATION: New Haven

CONTACT#: (802)388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 07/22/2025 at 2129 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Little Chicago Road / US Route 7

TOWN/STATE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont

 

VIOLATIONS: DUI #1, License Required

 

ACCUSED: Trevor W. Hallock

AGE: 22

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ferrisburgh, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On July 22, 2025, at approximately 2129 hours, the Vermont State Police conducted a traffic stop after an observed motor vehicle violation on Little Chicago Road near the intersection with US Route 7 in the Town of Ferrisburgh. The operator was identified as Trevor W. Hallock (22) of Ferrisburgh, Vermont. Through investigation, Troopers discovered Hallock was operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and was previously convicted of the same offense.

 

While speaking to Hallock, Troopers observed indicators of impairment. Hallock was subsequently placed under arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence and license required. Hallock was transported to the New Haven State Police Barracks for processing. At the conclusion of processing, Hallock was released with a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division on September 15, 2025, at 1230 hours.

 

Troopers were assisted by members of the Vergennes Police Department.

                    

 

COURT ACTION: Y

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

COURT: Addison County District Court, Criminal Division

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. 

 

 

Derby Barracks / Multiple Charges

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A5003970

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Logan Miller                            

STATION:  Derby                   

CONTACT#: 802 334 8881

 

DATE/TIME: 07/21/2025 @ 2138 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Duck Pond Rd, Barton, VT

VIOLATION: Obstruction Of Justice, Assault on Law Enforcement, Possession of Fentanyl

 

ACCUSED: Travis Adams                                             

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Montpelier, VT

 

VICTIM: Trooper Ahmed Sharif

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the above date and time, the Vermont State Police responded to the report of a disturbance. Investigation revealed Travis Adams (44) had an active warrant for DUI #2 Drug out of Lamoille County. Upon attempting to take Adams into custody, he threw a pill bottle into the tall grass nearby, attempting to destroy evidence. In the process of throwing the pill bottle, hit a Trooper hit the head with his hand. The pill bottle was located shortly after and was found to contain Fentanyl. Adams was taken into custody without further incident and transported to the Derby Barracks for processing.

Adams was later brought to Northern State Correctional Facility due to a lack of $1,000 bail for the new charges and $200 on the active arrest warrant.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  07/22/25 @ 1230          

COURT: Orleans County Superior Court

LODGED - LOCATION:    Northern State Correctional Facility 

BAIL: $1,000

MUG SHOT: 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.

 

 

Trooper Logan Miller

Vermont State Police

Troop A – Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Road

Derby, Vermont 05829

Logan.Miller@vermont.gov

(802) 334-8881

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Request for Information

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A4006437

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rodzel                             

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                      

CONTACT#: 802-222-4680

 

DATE/TIME: July 22, 2025, between 0540 hours and 1645 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: P&H Truck Stop, Newbury

VIOLATION: Grand Larceny

 

ACCUSED: Unknown                                               

 

VICTIM: Julian Bushey

AGE: 25

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Woodsville, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On July 22, 2025, at approximately 1645 hours, Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks were notified of a theft from a vehicle at P&H Truck Stop in Newbury. Troopers learned that while a Toyota Tundra was parked at the back lot (western parking area) between 0540 hours and 1645 hours, an unknown person(s) stole three chainsaws, a fishing pole, and a tackle bag out of the bed of the truck. The items were valued at more than one thousand dollars.

 

Anyone with information about the theft is asked to call Trooper Rodzel at 802-222-4680 extension 8. Tips can also be made anonymously using the following link: https://vsp.vermont.gov/prevention/tipsubmit

 

BCI Troop B West -New Haven/ Disclosure of Sexually Explicit Material

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 25B5002961

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Det. Tpr. Ryan Normile

STATION: BCI Troop B West - New Haven

CONTACT#: (802)-388-4919

 

DATE/TIME: 06/19/25 at approximately 1038 hours

TOWN: N. Bennington

 

VIOLATION(S):

Disclosure of Sexually Explicit Material without Consent

 

ACCUSED: Brayden G. Wilkins

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: N. Bennington, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On June 19, 2025, at approximately 1038 hours, the Vermont State Police began an investigation into Brayden G. Wilkins, 20, of N. Bennington, VT, after receiving a report that he had disclosed sexually explicit material of an individual without that person’s consent. Investigation revealed that on June 18, 2025, Wilkins disseminated a lewd photograph to an individual via text message. On July 22, 2025, Wilkins turned himself in at the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks and was issued a citation to appear before the Bennington County Superior Court, Criminal Division, at a later date.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/15/2025 at 0815 hours          

COURT: Bennington County District Court, Criminal Division.

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. 

 

 

 

Road Closure US Route 5 St Johnsbury.

US Rt 5 in St Johnsbury between Breezy Acres and the Irving Gas Station is closed in both directions due to a Tractor Trailer taking down a power pole and wires.  This event is expected to last until further notice and updates will be provided as they become available. 

 

Drivers can expect delays in the area and should seek alternative routes. 

 

Drive safely.

 

Sam Trombino ECDII

3294 Saint George Road

Williston, VT 05495

802-878-7111

 

Berlin Barracks/ Disorderly Conduct

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A3004956

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Mae Murdock                             

STATION: Berlin Barracks                    

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: July 22, 2025, at approximately 0640 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: 36 State Drive Waterbury, VT

VIOLATION: Disorderly Conduct

 

ACCUSED: Estelle Wickwire                        

AGE: 56

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, VT

 

VICTIM: Ronald Lackey

AGE: 67

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waterbury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Berlin Barracks responded to a report of a disorderly person at an apartment complex located in the Town of Waterbury. Subsequent investigation revealed Estelle Wickwire, (56),of Waterbury, VT, acted in an obscene, threatening, and unreasonable manner while in a public setting.

 

Wickwire was issued a citation to appear at the Washington County Criminal Court on July 23, 2025, at 1230 hours.   

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: July 23, 2025, at 1230 hours           

COURT: Washington

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.

 

St. Albans Barracks // DUI-Drugs

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

 

CASE#: 25A2005137                  

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Catherine Gullo

STATION: St. Albans         

CONTACT#: 802 524 5993

 

DATE/TIME: July 22, 2025 at 1456 hours 

STREET: Rt 104 

TOWN: Fairfax

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Huntville Rd

VIOLATION: DUI-Drugs

 

ACCUSSED: Peter Delorme

AGE: 38

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St. Albans, VT

 

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: 

 

On July 22, 2025, at approximately 1456 hours, The Vermont State Police were notified of a motor vehicle crash on Rt 104 in Fairfax near Huntville Rd. The operator was identified as Peter Delorme (38) of St. Albans, VT. While speaking with Delorme, Troopers observed signs of impairment. Delorme was processed for DUI Drugs and released with a citation to appear at the Franklin County  Superior Court on September 22, 2025, at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of DUI. 

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: NOT INCLUDED

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Franklin County 

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/22/2025    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.

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

Westminster Barracks / DUI crash

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25B1005286

RANK/TROOPER NAME: Trooper Clemens                              

STATION: Westminster Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: 07/18/2025 – 3:46 PM

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-91 N, Rockingham

VIOLATION: DUI

 

ACCUSED: Scott Nickerson

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Richmond, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 07/18/2025, at approximately 3:46 PM, the Vermont State Police-Westminster Barracks was notified of a car into the median on I-91 N, Rockingham, VT. The driver was identified as 44 year old Scott Nickerson. A subsequent investigation revealed Nickerson was operating his motor vehicle while impaired. Nickerson was cited and scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division, on 09/23/2025 at 8:30 AM.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 09/23/2025 - 8:30 AM            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Windham Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: None     

BAIL: None

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.

 

Trooper Eric Clemens

VSP Westminster

1330 Westminster Heights Rd

Westminster, VT 05158

(802)722-4600

Eric.clemens@vermont.gov

St. Albans Barracks // Fatal Crash *UPDATE*

Update:

 

Ellen Willson was re-cited to appear in Grand Isle County Court for August 14, 2025, at 0900 hours. See original press release below.

 

 

ORIGINAL PRESS RELEASE

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 25A2004136                      

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Seth Boudreau

STATION: St. Albans        

CONTACT#: 802 524 5993

 

DATE/TIME: June 15, 2025, at 1347 hours

STREET: 3643 US Route 2

TOWN: North Hero

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Savage Point Rd.

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear / Sunny

ROAD CONDITIONS: Clear

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Ellen Willson

AGE:  38

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: St. Albans, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2019

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet

VEHICLE MODEL: Silverado

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Heavy front end

INJURIES: Minor cleared at the Hospital

HOSPITAL: University of Vermont Medical Center

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Hunter Rounds

AGE:  20

SEAT BELT? NO

HELMET: YES

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:  Grand Isle, VT  

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2009

VEHICLE MAKE: Honda

VEHICLE MODEL: CBR 600

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Totaled

INJURIES: Fatal

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

VEHICLE #3

OPERATOR: Jason Rounds

AGE:  51

SEAT BELT? NO

HELMET: YES

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Grand Isle, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2019

VEHICLE MAKE: Honda

VEHICLE MODEL: CBR 600RR

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Totaled

INJURIES: Serious but stable condition

HOSPITAL: University of Vermont Medical Center

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On June 15, 2025, at 1347 hours, Vermont State Police, North Hero Fire Department, and Grand Isle Rescue responded to a reported head-on collision with injuries. Investigation revealed that vehicle 1 was traveling southbound on US Route 2 near Savage Point Road. Vehicle 1 then crossed the center line, entered the northbound lane of US Route 2, and struck vehicles 2 and 3, who were traveling northbound. Operator 2 died from his injuries on scene. Operator 3 was transported to UVMMC for serious but stable injuries. Operator 1, identified as Ellen Willson (38) of St. Albans, was arrested and brought back to the St. Albans Barracks for processing. Once processing was completed, Willson was issued a citation for the offenses of Gross Negligent Operator with Death Resulting and Gross Negligent Operation – Serious Bodily Injury. Willson is scheduled to appear in Grand Isle County Court on August 7, 2025, at 0900 to answer to the above charges. Anyone who witnessed the crash is urged to call the St. Albans Barracks at 802-524-5993, option 3.

 

 

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: INCLUDED

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT: Grand Isle

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/07/2025     0900 hours    

 

Trooper Seth Boudreau 

Vermont State Police 

St. Albans Field Station

140 Fisher Pond Rd. 

St. Albans, VT 05478

802 524 5993

 

St Johnsbury Barracks/ Stolen Dirt Bike

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A4006423

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jason Haley                        

STATION: VSP St Johnsbury                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: Between the night of July 21 and the morning of July 22

INCIDENT LOCATION: Bayley Hazen Road, Ryegate VT

VIOLATION: Theft

 

ACCUSED: Unknown                                           

 

 

VICTIM: Dylon Vance

AGE: 20

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ryegate, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On the attached date and time, Vermont State Police received the report of a stolen 2023 Suzuki DR-Z400 dirt bike from a residence on Bayley Hazen Road in Ryegate.

 

Vermont State Police are asking anyone with any information regarding this incident to contact Trooper Haley of the St Johnsbury Barracks at 802-748-3111

 

Trooper Jason Haley

Vermont State Police

St Johnsbury Barracks

802-748-3111

 

Berlin Barracks / Domestic Assault, Interference with Access to Emergency Services

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A3004952

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jae Farnum-Boylan                          

STATION: VSP Berlin                  

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 07/21/2025 at 1930 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: River Rd, Moretown

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault, Interference with Access to Emergency Services

 

ACCUSED: Maura Pickett                                         

AGE: 35

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Troy, NY

 

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

sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time at the above listed location, the Vermont State Police received a report of a domestic assault. Investigation revealed Maura Pickett caused bodily injury to a domestic partner and attempted to prevent them from calling 911. Pickett was placed under arrest and brought to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Pickett was issued conditions of release to appear in Washington County Superior Court - Criminal Division on 7/22/2025 at 1230 hours. Pickett was held for lack of $300 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 07/22/2025 @ 1230 hours         

COURT: Washington County Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility   

BAIL: $300

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.

St. Albans Barracks / Retail Theft

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

             

CASE#: 25A2005099

TROOPER:  Adam Martin                           

STATION: St Albans Barracks                   

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: 07/21/2025 at approximately 0941 hours

LOCATION: Corner of Riley Road / VT Route 120 Franklin, VT

VIOLATION: Retail Theft

 

ACCUSED: John Tatro                                                                            

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Sheldon, VT

 

VICTIM: Franklin Flower Company

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Corner of Riley Road and VT Route 120 Franklin, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On July 21^st, 2025, at approximately 0941 hours, The Vermont State Police received a report of a Retail Theft that had taken place at the Franklin Flower Company located at the corner of Riley Road and VT Route 120 in the Town of Franklin. It was determined that John Tatro (41) of Sheldon, VT had entered the Franklin Flower Company and taken merchandise without paying the retail value.

 

After a thorough investigation, Tatro was located by Troopers and issued a criminal citation to appear in the Franklin County Superior Court – Criminal Division on September 8^th, 2025, at 0830 hours for the charge of Retail Theft.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE: 09/08/2025 at 0830 hours             

COURT: Franklin County Superior Court-Criminal Division

LODGED – LOCATION: N/A          

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

Trooper Adam Martin (221)

Vermont State Police

St. Albans Barracks

(802)524-5993

Adam.martin@vermont.gov

 

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Excessive Speed

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A4006416

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ryan Underhill                         

STATION: St. Johnsbury Barracks                 

CONTACT#: (802) 748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: July 21, 2025, at approximately 1840 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I-91 South MM 133.1, St. Johnsbury, VT

VIOLATION:

-         Excessive Speed

 

ACCUSED: Pascal Verneus        

AGE: 27

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Everett, MA

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: 

On July 21, 2025, at approximately 1840 hours, a Trooper assigned to the St. Johnsbury Barracks observed a sedan traveling south on I-91 south in St. Johnsbury, VT, at a high rate of speed. The vehicle's speed was recorded to be 113 mph in the posted 65 mph zone. A traffic stop was conducted and the operator was identified as Pascal Verneus (27) of Everett, MA. Verneus was subsequently arrested and transported to the Vermont State Police St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. At the conclusion of processing, Verneus was released with a citation to appear at the Caledonia County Superior Court on 09/08/25 at 0830 hours to answer to the charge of Excessive Speed.

Verneus was also issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint for the offense of 31 Or More MPH Over Speed Limit, a violation of 23 VSA 1004  – , which held a $710 waiver and 2 points.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: September 8, 2025, at 0830 hours       

COURT: Caledonia

LODGED - LOCATION: No    

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 Ryan Underhill 

Vermont State Police

Troop A- St. Johnsbury Barracks

1068 US RT 5

St. Johnsbury, VT 05879

(802) 748-3111

St Albans Barracks / Negligent Operation

VSP News Release-Incident

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 25A2005075

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Benjamin Emerson                            

STATION: Vermont State Police – St Albans                     

CONTACT#: 802-524-5993

 

DATE/TIME: July 20, 2025 / 0147 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 89, Exit 17, Colchester, VT

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation

 

ACCUSED: Jenny Mai (DOB 06/12/1982)                                             

AGE: 43

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Swanton, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, a Trooper with the Vermont State Police – St Albans Barracks observed a vehicle traveling the wrong way on Interstate 89 near Exit 17 in Colchester, VT. The vehicle traveled towards the Trooper, going northbound in the southbound lanes. The Trooper conducted a motor vehicle stop and identified the operator as Jenny Mai (43). Jenny was issued a citation to appear in Chittenden County Superior Court – Criminal Division on September 4th, 2025.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:  September 4th, 2025 / 0830 hours        

COURT: Chittenden County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A   

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: 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.

 

Trooper Benjamin Emerson

Vermont State Police – St. Albans

140 Fisher Pond Road

St. Albans, VT 05468

(802) 917-1819