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July 17, 2026

Vermont State Police apprehends man after incident in Groton

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

Vermont State Police apprehends man after incident in Groton

 

GROTON, Vermont (Friday, July 17, 2026) — The Vermont State Police took a man into custody Friday evening, July 17, 2026, following reports that he had injured a family member with a weapon before running into nearby woods.

 

A heavy police presence remains in the area after troopers located and apprehended the man at about 5:45 p.m. There is no danger to the public.

 

No further details are available at this time. The state police will provide a full news release as soon as additional information can be shared.

 

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