STATE OF VERMONT
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
VERMONT STATE POLICE
NEWS RELEASE
CASE#: 26A3006954
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Kevin Charney
STATION: Berlin Barracks
CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191
DATE/TIME: 08/17/2026 at 2216 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Palmer Rd, Williamstown
VIOLATION: Domestic Assault, Offense Committed Within the Presence of a Child
ACCUSED: David Bussman
AGE:42
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Williamstown, VT
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, Vermont State Police were notified of a family fight that occurred on Palmer Road in Williamstown, VT. Troopers responded to the scene, and subsequent investigation revealed that 42-year-old David Bussman caused pain and fear to a household member. Bussman was taken into custody and transported to the Berlin Barracks without incident. Bussman was released with a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court- Orange Criminal Division on 08/18/2026 at 1230 hours.
COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 08/18/2026 1230 hours
COURT: Vermont Superior Court- Orange Criminal Division
LODGED: 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.
