STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26B5001259
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kelsey Dobson
STATION: New Haven
CONTACT#: (802)388-4919
DATE/TIME: 03/27/2026 @ 1801 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Basin Harbor Road, Ferrisburgh, VT
Weather: Clear
VIOLATION(s):
-DUI
-Grossly Negligent Operation
ACCUSED: Matthew Stanley
AGE: 33
Seat Belt: Yes
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Vergennes, VT
VICTIMs:
Benjamin Cosabic – 43
Juvenile – 12
Juvenile - 11
Juvenile – 10
INJURIES: Suspected moderate injuries
HOSPITAL: UVM Medical Center
SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 03/27/2026 at approximately 1801 hours, Troopers received a report of a crash that took place in the Town of Ferrisburgh. Through investigation it was revealed that Matthew Stanley (33) had lost control of his vehicle and left the roadway. Stanley struck a parked vehicle and four pedestrians, Benjamin Cosabic (43) and three juveniles. During the investigation Troopers detected indicators of impairment. Stanley was transported to the New Haven State Police Barracks for processing.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 04/13/2025 @ 1230 hours
COURT: Addison
LODGED - LOCATION: 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 Kelsey Dobson (426)
Vermont State Police
Troop “B”, New Haven Barracks
Tel: (802) 388-4919
kelsey.dobson@vermont.gov