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1 dead, several injured after altercation in St. Johnsbury
The injured people were hospitalized and their conditions are “currently unknown,” according to Vermont State Police. Read the story on VTDigger here: 1 dead, several injured after altercation in St. Johnsbury.
Police searching for missing Orange man
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Vermont State Police are asking for your help to find a missing man. Troopers say Timothy Magee, 43, of Orange, Vermont, was last seen in Morristown on June 28. Police did not specify whether Magee is in any danger or whether there is concern for his...
Man arrested for unlawful trespass in Waterbury
WATERBURY — Vermont State Police arrested a local man on allegations of unlawful trespass after reportedly trying to break into a residence on July 4. Authorities said they received a report around 9:49 p.m. of two individuals attempting to enter a home using a ladder. The residence was expected...
Peacham man charged after driving into a crowded street before local parade
Peacham, VT- A man is facing charges after driving a vehicle through a crowded street while parade preparations were underway. The incident happened around 9:00 a.m. yesterday morning on the Macks Mountain Road and Church Street area. Officers claim they responded after receiving complaints about a vehicle operated by Robert Bender, 53, from Peacham.
Man arrested for vehicle theft in Albany
ALBANY — Vermont State Police arrested a 36-year-old Hyde Park man on Thursday, July 5, at 12:05 p.m. for allegedly failing to return a vehicle he was given permission to use briefly. Wendy Allen, 55, of Albany, reported her maroon 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe with Vermont registration HYG720 was...
Barre senior’s residence catches fire, no injuries reported
BARRE — A fire broke out at the home of an 81-year-old resident early Thursday morning, with emergency services responding to the incident. At around 7:30 a.m., the Barre Fire Department was called to a structure fire at 113 Hill St. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered smoke and flames emanating from the garage area of Coralee Walters’ home.
Woodbury trooper seeks hit-and-run pickup truck
WOODBURY — A hit-and-run incident involving a black Ford pickup truck and a Toyota RAV4 occurred today at around noon at the intersection of Old Town Farm Road and Route 6, according to the Woodbury Resident Trooper Office. The Ford pickup, which is believed to be lifted with large...
Newport arrested for aggravated domestic assault, faces multiple charges
NEWPORT — Montpelier Police Department arrested a man on multiple charges including aggravated domestic assault after responding to a physical altercation on July 4. At 11:16 a.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Main Street and Stone Cutter’s Way where Russell Dowland, 56, of Newport, allegedly struck his domestic partner with a hard object and engaged in a fight with others at the scene.
Retail theft reported at St Johnsbury Ocean State Job Lot
ST JOHNSBURY — A theft was reported at the Ocean State Job Lot store on June 19 after an unknown female allegedly left the premises with a pool without paying. According to the Vermont State Police St Johnsbury Barracks, the incident occurred at around 9:24 a.m. Authorities are currently seeking information on the suspect, whose photo has been circulated in connection with the investigation.
Troopers arrest Barre woman after attacking family with shovel at Ferrisburgh campground
FERRISBURGH, Vt. — A woman from Barre was arrested and is facing multiple charges after she attacked her family and damaged their property at a campground in Ferrisburgh before driving away on a motorcycle, state police said. At around 9 a.m. Sunday, VSP said troopers were called to the...
Two charged after domestic incident involving a firearm in Albany
ALBANY — Two men face charges following a domestic incident involving a firearm in Albany, according to state police. Kyle Doherty, 24, of Newport, was arrested on charges of first-degree aggravated domestic assault and burglary. William Doherty, 61, of Albany, was cited for reckless endangerment. The incident occurred today...
Police seek public’s help to identify trespasser in Eden
EDEN — Vermont State Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man suspected of trespassing on private property in Eden on July 4. The man was photographed on East Hill Road around 4 p.m. while driving a greenish-blue Subaru Forrester that had a roof rack and what seemed to be a spare “donut” tire on the rear driver’s side.
Peacham man cited for disorderly conduct during parade preparations
PEACHAM — State Police arrested a local man for disorderly conduct and reckless endangerment after he drove recklessly through a crowded area during parade preparations on July 4. Robert Bender, 53, of Peacham, was cited after witnesses reported that he maneuvered his vehicle around a stopped car, traffic cones,...
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