Berlin Barracks / DUI Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE#: 26A3008187

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Job Moise               

STATION: Berlin Barracks             

CONTACT#: (802) 229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: October 2nd, 2026, at 0603 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 89 North Exit 8, Montpelier Vermont

VIOLATION: DUI #3 and Negligent Operation

 

ACCUSED: John Lloyd Dyer (DOB 07/25/1982)                         

AGE: 44

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Rutland City, Vermont

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On October 2nd, 2026, at 0603 hours, Troopers from the Berlin State Police Barracks responded to the report of a single vehicle crash on I-89 N Exit 8 off ramp, in the town of Montpelier Vermont. After speaking with the operator, John Lloyd Dyer (44) of Rutland, Vermont, Troopers detected signs of impairment. Dyer was subsequently arrested and transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Dyer was processed and cited to appear in the Vermont Superior Court – Washington Criminal Division on October 5th, 2026, at 1230 hours to answer to the charge of Driving Under the Influence and Negligent Operation.

 

COURT ACTION: YES

COURT DATE/TIME: October 05, 2026, at 1230     

COURT: Vermont Superior Court - Washington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: YES

 

Kindly,

 

Trooper Job Moise (234)

Vermont State Police

Troop A - Berlin

578 Paine Tpke N., Berlin, VT

802-229-9191 (Barracks)

 

RE: Traffic Alert - I 89 Northbound Montpelier, Exit 8 OFF RAMP, vehicle crashed, first responder apparatus and vehicles are in the roadway.

 

State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

Berlin Barracks

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

 

I 89 Exit 8 Northbound is now reopened to the general flow of traffic.

 

As a general reminder, when crashes or construction create closures or delays at exits, do not use emergency turnarounds to get to the opposite side of the interstate – turnarounds/U-turns on the interstate are restricted for use by authorized vehicles only. When exit closures create delays, drivers must use the exit before or after the closed exit.

 

Drive safely.

 

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State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 Northbound Montpelier, Exit 8 OFF RAMP, vehicle crashed, first responder apparatus and vehicles are in the roadway. has one lane obstructed in the area of traffic signs updates and if possible a quick detour package would be helpful if available to avoid traffic problems at the bottom of the hill and tight curve before 8 due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

Traffic Alert - I 89 Northbound Montpelier, Exit 8 OFF RAMP, vehicle crashed, first responder apparatus and vehicles are in the roadway.

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Berlin

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
I 89 Northbound Montpelier, Exit 8 OFF RAMP, vehicle crashed, first responder apparatus and vehicles are in the roadway. has one lane obstructed in the area of traffic signs updates and if possible a quick detour package would be helpful if available to avoid traffic problems at the bottom of the hill and tight curve before 8 due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for 1-2 hours.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

St. Johnsbury Barracks / Arrest on Warrant

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE         

       

CASE#: 26A4010125

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME:  Trooper LeBlanc

STATION:  St. Johnsbury                   

CONTACT#: 802-748-3111

 

DATE/TIME: 10/1/2026 at 1628 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Interstate 91 South, MM 129.4

VIOLATION: Arrest on In-State Warrant

• Vehicle Operation – License Suspended #1 for DUI

 

ACCUSED: Dylan Foskett     

AGE: 31

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Littleton, NH

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 10/1/2026 at approximately 1628 hours, Troopers were conducting routine patrol on Interstate 91 South in the town of St. Johnsbury, Vermont. Troopers observed a motor vehicle that had trash actively falling out of its bed onto the Interstate and subsequently initiated a traffic stop. A passenger was identified as Dylan Foskett who was found to have an active in-state warrant for his arrest. The operator of vehicle, Foskett, and Vermont State Police Troopers conducted trash pickup on the Interstate. Afterwards, Foskett was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Johnsbury Barracks for processing. Foskett was ultimately lodged at NECC on lack of $100 bail.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/2/2026 at 1230 hours           

COURT: Caledonia

LODGED - LOCATION:  NECC

BAIL: $100

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

*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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shaftsbury Barracks / Violation of Conditions of Release X2

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B3005234

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jared Lacoste                              

STATION: Shaftsbury Barracks                    

CONTACT#: 802-442-5421

 

DATE/TIME: 09/23/26 at approximately 2000 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Shaftsbury, VT

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release X2

 

ACCUSED: Mercedes M. Harris                                              

AGE: 33

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Shaftsbury, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On 09/23/26 at approximately 2000 hours, the Vermont State Police-Shaftsbury Barracks was notified of a violation of conditions of release. It was reported that Mercedes M. Harris (33) of Shaftsbury, VT, violated her conditions of release by contacting a protected person.

 

Through investigation, it was determined that Harris violated her conditions of release. Harris was cited to appear at Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division on November 9, 2026, at 08:30 AM.

 

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/09/26 at 0830 Hours            

COURT: Bennington

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A     

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N

 

 

 

 

*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 offenses

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A5005667

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Jeff Ferrier                             

STATION: Derby                     

CONTACT#: 802-334-8881

DATE/TIME: 9/30/26    1625 Hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Main Street, Derby, VT

VIOLATION(S): 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault X2, Reckless Endangerment X2, Possession of Stolen Property, DUI #2.

ACCUSED: Steven Sheltra                                              

AGE: 53

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Derby, 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 listed date and time, the Vermont State Police, Vermont Highway Patrol and Newport Police Department, responded to the area of Main Street in the Town of Derby, for a reported domestic disturbance.  Through investigation it was revealed the accused, Steven Sheltra (53), had recklessly attempted to cause serious bodily injury to household members.  Sheltra was located on scene, operating a motor vehicle and indicators of impairment were detected by troopers.  Sheltra was arrested on scene and transported to the Derby Barracks for processing.  Sheltra was held at Northern State Correctional Facility on $1,500 bail and issued a citation to appear in Orleans County Criminal Court for 10/1/26 at 12:30 PM.  

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME:   10/1/26     12:30 PM           

COURT: Orleans

LODGED - LOCATION: Northen State  

BAIL: Y

MUG SHOT: Y

*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 Jeff Ferrier

Vermont State Police

Troop A - Derby Barracks

35 Crawford Rd

Derby, VT 05829

Jeff.Ferrier@Vermont.gov

(802) 334-8881

Royalton Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

VSP NEWS RELEASE-INCIDENT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

CASE: 26B2005583

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Rode

Station: Royalton Barracks

Contact: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/01/2026, at approximately 1303 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Rochester, Vermont

VIOLATION:

Domestic Assault

Interference with Access to Emergency Services

Unlawful Mischief

 

ACCUSED: Jonathan Livesey

AGE: 56

CITY, OF RESIDENCE: Rochester, Vermont

 

VICTIM: (The Vermont State Police does not release the names of victims of sexual assault or domestic violence.)

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 10/01/2026, at approximately 1303 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks were advised of a domestic altercation in the Town of Rochester, Vermont. The investigation determined that Jonathan Livesey (56) of Rochester, Vermont had assaulted and caused pain to a family or household member. It was also determined that during the altercation, Livesey had interfered with the victims attempt to contact emergency services and that he had damaged property that belonged to the victim. Livesey was placed under arrest and transported to the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks. Livesey was processed and issued a criminal citation to appear in Windsor County Superior Court- Criminal Division on 10/02/2026 at 1230 hours.

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/02/2026 at 1230 hours    

COURT: Windsor County Superior Court - Criminal Division

MUG SHOT: Included

LODGED - LOCATION: Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility

 

*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.

 

Trooper Nathan Rode

Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks

2011 VT-107

Bethel, VT 05032

Barracks: 802-234-9933

Email: nathan.rode@vermont.gov

 

Royalton Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B2005579                                           

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Tpr. Robidoux

STATION: Royalton Barracks                            

CONTACT#: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/1/2026 - 0944 hrs

STREET: VT Route 107

TOWN: Bethel

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: VT Route 12

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER:

WEATHER:       Clear

ROAD CONDITIONS: Dry

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Donovan Porter

AGE: 18     

SEAT BELT? N/A

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Randolph, VT

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2004

VEHICLE MAKE: Honda

VEHICLE MODEL: Motorcycle

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: Critical

HOSPITAL: DHMC

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: Justin Bigos

AGE: 51

SEAT BELT? YES

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Montpelier

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2019

VEHICLE MAKE: BMW

VEHICLE MODEL: X1

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Front end

INJURIES: None

HOSPITAL: NA

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On the above date and time, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks responded to a crash involving a Honda motorcycle and a BMW SUV. The operator of the motorcycle, Donovan Porter, was transported to DHMC where he is being treated for critical injuries. The operator of the BMW, Justin Bigos, was uninjured. Troopers were assisted on scene by Bethel Fire Department and White River Valley Ambulance.

 

 

*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 Michael Robidoux

Vermont State Police

Email: michael.robidoux@vermont.gov

Phone: 802-234-9933

Berlin Barracks / Violation of Conditions of Release (x3)

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

      

CASE#: 26A3007179

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Sergeant Justin Wagner

STATION: Berlin

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: September 14, 2026 - September 21, 2026

INCIDENT LOCATION: Moretown, VT

VIOLATION(S): Violation of Conditions of Release (x3)

 

ACCUSED: Joshua Brackett

AGE: 41

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Waitsfield, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

In late-September 2026, Vermont State Police received reports that 41-year-old Joshua Brackett of Waitsfield, VT had violated his active conditions of release while incarcerated at Northeastern Correctional Complex in St. Johnsbury, VT. Brackett was being held at Northeastern Correctional Complex without bail stemming from a September 6, 2026, shooting incident that occurred in Barre Town, VT.

Investigation confirmed that Brackett had two active sets of Court-ordered conditions of release, one stemming from the shooting incident on September 6th, and the other stemming from a separate criminal incident in March of 2026.

Brackett was found to have violated both active sets of conditions of release by contacting (both electronically and via mail) a person he was prohibited from communicating with. He was issued a criminal citation at the Northeastern Correctional Complex and ordered to appear in Washington County Superior Court on October 15, 2026, to answer to the charge of Violation of Conditions of Release.  

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: October 15, 2026 at 8:30 AM

COURT: Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Northeast Correctional Complex (held on prior charge) 

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. 

Detective Sergeant Justin Wagner

Vermont State Police - Bureau of Criminal Investigations 

A Troop-West | Berlin Barracks

578 Paine Turnpike North, Berlin, VT

Phone: 802-229-9191

Vermont Drug Task Force / Waterbury

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

 

STATION: HQ, Vermont Drug Task Force

DATE/TIME: October 1, 2026

LOCATION: Waterbury, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On October 1, 2026, the Vermont State Police Drug Task Force and Tactical Services Unit conducted a search warrant at a residence in Waterbury, Vermont.

 

The search warrant stemmed from a months-long drug investigation conducted by detectives with the Vermont Drug Task Force into the distribution of narcotics in the Washington County area.

 

The Vermont Drug Task Force thanks the Vermont State Police, Vermont Highway Patrol, Bennington, Franklin, and Washington County Sheriff’s Departments, Morristown and Hartford Police Departments, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for their assistance with this investigation.

 

No further information is available at this time. This investigation remains active, and additional information will be provided when it becomes available.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Special Operations / Negligent Operation

VSP News Release-Incident

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26B4007424

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Alibozek                        

STATION: Headquarters- Special Operations

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

DATE/TIME: 9/29/26 at 1530 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: S Brownell Rd, Williston

VIOLATION: Negligent Operation

ACCUSED: Christan Hilson                                              

AGE: 27

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Shreveport, Louisiana

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On the above date and time, a Trooper with Vermont State Police was traveling south on South Brownell Road in Williston when they encountered a northbound vehicle traveling in the southbound lane attempting to overtake another vehicle. A head-on collision was avoided, and a traffic stop was conducted without incident. The operator of the vehicle was identified as Christan Hilson (27). Hilson was issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court Chittenden Criminal Division on 11/10/2026 at 0830 hours.

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: 11/10/2026 at 0830 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court Chittenden 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.

Tpr. Timothy Alibozek

Vermont State Police

Crash Reconstruction Team

Underwater Recovery Team

Special Operations

3294 St. George Rd

Williston, VT

802-878-7111

 

Berlin Barracks / Possession of Cocaine

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A3007917

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Michael Maldonado                           

STATION: Berlin        

CONTACT#: 802-229-9191

 

DATE/TIME: 09/23/2026 @ 0904 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Stowe St, Waterbury, VT

VIOLATION: Possession of Cocaine

 

ACCUSED: Ashley Brooks

AGE: 42

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield, VT

 

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On 09/23/2026, at approximately 0904 hours, the Vermont State Police received a report of a suspicious vehicle on Stowe Street, in the town of Waterbury, Washington County, VT. Troopers located the vehicle and identified the operator as Shaka Africa (36) of Waterbury, VT and the passenger as Ashley Brooks (42) of Northfield, VT. The vehicle was seized, and a search warrant was obtained. During a search of the vehicle, drugs were located.

 

On 10/01/2026 at approximately 0600 hours, Brooks was located at a residence in Waterbury, VT. Brooks was arrested and transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Brooks was released with a criminal citation and is scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Washington Criminal Division, on 10/01/2026, at 1230 hours to answer the above charge.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 10/01/2026 at 1230 hours            

COURT: Vermont Superior Court – Washington Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: Attached

 

 

Royalton Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE: 26B2005576                                           

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Nathan Rode

STATION: Royalton Barracks             

CONTACT: 802-234-9933

 

DATE/TIME: 10/1/2026, at approximately 0651 hours

STREET: VT Route 110

TOWN: Chelsea

WEATHER: Foggy

ROAD CONDITIONS: Damp

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: David Barney

AGE: 52

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Chelsea, Vermont

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2011

VEHICLE MAKE: HARLEY-DAVIDSON

VEHICLE MODEL: Dyna Wide Glide

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: YES

INJURIES: YES

HOSPITAL: DHMC

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

On 10/1/2026, at approximately 0651 hours, Troopers from the Vermont State Police Royalton Barracks responded to a crash involving a motorcycle. The investigation revealed that David Barney was driving a motorcycle south on VT Route 110 when he crossed over the center line into the opposite lane of travel. As he crossed into the opposite lane of travel, he struck the left side of a guard rail. Barney was transported by ambulance to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center for treatment of his injuries.

 

The Vermont State Police was assisted on scene by the Chelsea Fire Department and Ward’s Garage.

 

Vermont Civil Violation Complaint: N/A

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A  

BAIL: N/A

MUG SHOT: N/A

COURT ACTION: N/A

COURT: N/A

COURT DATE/TIME: N/A

 

Trooper Nathan Rode

Vermont State Police – Royalton Barracks

2011 VT-107

Bethel, VT 05032

Barracks: 802-234-9933

Email: nathan.rode@vermont.gov

 

Traffic Alert - VT Route 133, Pawlet

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Rutland 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
VT Route 133, Pawlet has both lanes obstructed in the area of VT Route 30 to Herrick Brook Rd due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for expected to be a long duration incident.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

Traffic Alert - 180 VT Route 110 Chelsea VT

 

State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Royalton

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
180 VT Route 110 Chelsea VT has both lanes obstructed in the area of Bobbinshop Rd nearest intersection due to a crash.

This incident is expected to last for expected to be a long duration incident.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

Williston Barracks / Multiple Charges

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

       

CASE#: 26A1007429

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Omar Bulle                            

STATION: Williston                     

CONTACT#: 802-878-7111

 

DATE/TIME: September 30, 2026 at approximately 2002 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: I 89 Northbound MM 85, South Burlington, VT

VIOLATION:

-             DUI refusal

-             Resisting Arrest

-             Assault on Law enforcement

-             Disorderly conduct

-             Assault of protected professional

 

ACCUSED: Shania Plante                                              

AGE: 29

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Morristown, VT

 

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

 

On September 30, 2026, at approximately 2002 hours, Vermont State Police received a report of a vehicle operating erratically on I-89 northbound near mile marker 85 in the Town of South Burlington. Additional reports indicated that the vehicle had struck a guardrail and continued traveling.

 

Troopers responded to the area and located the described vehicle parked at a gas station on Shelburne Road. The operator was identified as Shania Plante (29) of Morristown.

 

While speaking with Plante, Troopers observed multiple indicators of impairment. Plante subsequently became disorderly and was placed under arrest on suspicion of Driving Under the Influence. Plante was transported to the Williston Barracks for processing.

 

Plante was later issued a citation to appear at the Chittenden County Superior Court on October 22, 2026, at 0830 hours, to answer to charges of DUI Refusal, Resisting Arrest, Assault on Law Enforcement, Disorderly Conduct, and Assault on a Protected Professional.

 

 

COURT ACTION: Yes

COURT DATE/TIME: October 22, 2026, 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 arraignment time.

 

Trooper Omar Bulle

Vermont State Police - Williston

3294 St. George Road

Williston, VT 05495

(802) 878-7111

 

Westminster Barracks / Motor Vehicle Crash

 

STATE OF VERMONT

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

VERMONT STATE POLICE

 

NEWS RELEASE

MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

 

CASE#: 26B1008627                      

RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Victor Elias

STATION: Westminster        

CONTACT#: (802) 722-4600

 

DATE/TIME: September 30^th, 2026, at 1614 hours

STREET: Vermont Route 9

TOWN: Marlboro, Windham County, Vermont

LANDMARK AND/OR CROSS STREETS: Staver Road

INTERSTATE MILE MARKER: N/A

WEATHER: Clear / Sunny

ROAD CONDITIONS: Clear

 

 

VEHICLE #1

OPERATOR: Michael Hannum

AGE: 65

SEAT BELT? Yes

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Ware, MA

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2026

VEHICLE MAKE: JEEP

VEHICLE MODEL: Wrangler

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #1: Totaled

INJURIES: Serious

HOSPITAL: Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC)

 

 

VEHICLE #2

OPERATOR: David Shade

AGE:  71

SEAT BELT? YES

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Cogan Station, PA

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2020

VEHICLE MAKE: GMC

VEHICLE MODEL: Sierra

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Minor rear end damage

INJURIES: N/A

HOSPITAL: N/A

 

 

VEHICLE #3

OPERATOR: Russell B. Hawkins

AGE: 67

SEAT BELT? YES

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE:  Chesterfield, VA

 

VEHICLE YEAR: 2017

VEHICLE MAKE: Chevrolet

VEHICLE MODEL: Traverse

DAMAGE TO VEHICLE #2: Totaled

INJURIES: Minor

HOSPITAL: Brattleboro Memorial Hospital (BMH)

 

 

SUMMARY OF CRASH:

 

On September 30^th, 2026, at 1614 hours, Vermont State Police, Marlboro Fire Department, Dartmouth Hitchcock Advanced Response Team (DHART), and Rescue Inc. responded to a reported three motor vehicle collision with injuries located on Vermont Route 9 near the intersection of Staver Rd. in Town of Marlboro, Windham County, Vermont. Investigation revealed that vehicle 1 was traveling westbound on VT Route 9 near Staver Road. Vehicle 1 then crossed the center line, entered the eastbound lane of VT Route 9, and struck vehicles 2 and 3, who were traveling eastbound. Operator 1 sustained serious bodily injures and was airlifted to DHMC via DHART. Operator 2 did not sustain any injuries. Operator 3 sustained minor injuries and was transported to BMH. This crash is currently under investigation. Anyone who witnessed the crash is urged to call the Westminster Barracks at 802-722-4600, option 3.

 

 

Trooper Victor Elias

Vermont State Police 

Westminster Barracks

1330 Westminster Heights Rd. 

Putney, Vermont 05346

(802) 722-4600