Vermont State Police

Vermont State Police in Rutland are investigating multiple car thefts in Rutland County and have requested public assistance. The incidents are part of a recent string of motor vehicle thefts reported in the area.

A Labrador was found abandoned and tied to a street sign in Bennington County, Vermont. State police are investigating the incident.

An 82-year-old woman in Norwich, Vermont, died from asphyxia caused by nitrogen gas exposure, with the manner of death listed as undetermined. The Vermont State Police investigation into her death remains ongoing, and the incident initially raised suspicions. The deceased, Noel A. Neely, was a former state representative, and her husband's orthodontic practice has closed due to family circumstances.

A man was shot after breaking into a home in Pownal. Joseph Gardner, 54, was wounded following a fight with residents at a Center Street home, according to Vermont State Police.

The family of Scott Garvey, an unarmed Putney man shot by Vermont State Police Trooper Peter Romeo during a mental health crisis, is suing the state, Romeo, and other officers for civil rights violations. The lawsuit follows the Vermont Attorney General's decision not to prosecute Romeo, citing legal justification for lethal force.

Vermont State Police cited Colin Wesley Palmer, 24, for smashing a police van window and injuring a trooper during a March 11 immigration raid protest. Palmer's attorney called the charges an 'overcharge' and disputed the use of pepper spray against him. State's Attorney Sarah George declined to comment, following her prior decision not to prosecute six other protesters cited for similar offenses.

Tamara Stone, 51, of Brandon, turned herself in after allegedly stabbing two adult relatives during a double attack. She was arrested at the scene, pleaded not guilty to two counts of attempted second-degree murder and two counts of aggravated domestic assault, and is being held without bail. The incident is linked to the unsolved death of her brother Brian Bailey, who was found shot in 2025.

A pedestrian was killed in a crash in West Rutland, Vermont. The victim, 30-year-old Devin Pierro, was found dead on Main Street. The Vermont State Police are investigating the incident.

Vermont lawmakers passed a law restricting automatic license plate tracking, but police circumvented it by using out-of-state surveillance systems. The loophole allows tracking of vehicles when they travel outside Vermont, raising privacy concerns and highlighting the use of a national network of cameras not addressed in the state law.

A Brandon woman has been arrested after she allegedly attacked two of her family members on Thursday in Rutland County, resulting in two injuries. Vermont State Police confirmed the incident.

A West Rutland man, Devin Pierro, 30, was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Main Street around 5:25 a.m. The driver fled the scene, and investigators are seeking the unidentified driver. Pierro's body was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Burlington.

A Vermont man faces a felony charge of drunken driving with death resulting after a crash killed a passenger. The driver, Randy Lemieux II, had a blood-alcohol content above the legal limit and admitted to drinking before the incident. The victim, Maddison Hayden, died at the scene when the vehicle rolled over.

Neighbors are reacting to the deaths of four children and two adults in Mechanicville. A Vermont State Police officer will not face criminal charges in a deadly shooting.

Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark declined to prosecute state police trooper Peter Romeo, who fatally shot unarmed 55-year-old Scott Garvey during a mental health crisis in his Putney home. Scott Garvey's brother, Shawn Garvey, criticized the decision, questioning accountability for the officers involved.

A Vermont State Police trooper shot and killed a man at Putney Landing Apartments in July 2025. An independent review by the Vermont Attorney General's Office concluded the shooting was justified, and the trooper will not face charges.

Vermont State Police are seeking a protester accused of damaging a police van and injuring a trooper during a March 2025 ICE raid protest in South Burlington. Despite six protesters being arrested for disorderly conduct and assault, a prosecutor declined to charge any of them, citing police actions as 'unacceptable' but potentially legal.

A 20-year-old volunteer firefighter, Andrew Hayward, was arrested after crashing his vehicle while responding to an emergency in Newbury, Vermont. The crash occurred when Hayward failed to stop at a stop sign, injuring a 53-year-old woman. He faces charges of negligent operation and is scheduled for a court appearance in August.

A volunteer firefighter in Vermont was arrested after crashing his truck while responding to an emergency, causing minor injuries to a woman. The 20-year-old, Andrew Hayward, failed to stop at a stop sign before colliding with her vehicle. He faces charges of negligent operation.

A volunteer firefighter was arrested after crashing into a vehicle while responding to an emergency, causing minor injuries to a 53-year-old woman. The 20-year-old firefighter failed to stop at a stop sign and was charged with negligent operation.

The Vermont State Police are investigating a burglary at Dwyer's State Line Beer and Wine Store on Route 7 in Pownal. The incident occurred between 12:45 a.m. and 1:45 a.m. on Sunday.

School districts in Vermont and across the U.S. are experiencing an increase in 'swatting' incidents, where false bomb or shooting threats trigger emergency responses. Recent examples involved seven Vermont schools, including Montpelier High School and Newport City Elementary, leading to evacuations and early dismissals despite no credible threats. Law enforcement officials describe these hoaxes as disruptive and fear-inducing, with investigations ongoing.

The Vermont U.S. Attorney's Office has recognized a Vermont State Police Detective with a Hometown Hero Award. This recognition highlights the detective's exceptional service and contributions to their community.