CRIME & SAFETY
Coventry farmer cited for loose cattle on I-91
COVENTRY, Vt. (WCAX) - Police say a Conventry farmer could face fines after their cattle got loose on I-91 Friday morning. The Vermont State Police say they started getting multiple calls around 8:45 a.m. about cattle loose and running in and out of traffic north of the Orleans exit. Troopers...
Derby man arrested for abuse prevention order violation
DERBY — A local man was arrested Wednesday evening for allegedly violating an abuse prevention order, according to Vermont State Police. At about 7:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a violation in Derby. An investigation indicated that Jason Cloutier, 42, of Derby, had breached the terms of...
North Troy market burglarized, police seek information
NORTH TROY — A burglary at the 802 Market and Deli was reported to state police early Saturday, following the discovery of a forced entry into the store. Troopers from the Derby Barracks were notified at about 6:32 a.m. of the incident, which occurred at 179 Railroad Street. Employees...
Eden woman arrested on outstanding warrant for domestic assault charges
EDEN — Vermont State Police took a 59-year-old Eden resident, Christine Pomer, into custody on May 10 after responding to a family disturbance on East Hill Road. Authorities were called to the scene at approximately 5:22 p.m., where they identified Pomer, who had an active warrant due to a failure to appear for a previous domestic assault charge.
Montgomery driver hospitalized after car crashes into tree
MONTGOMERY — A driver was hospitalized with serious injuries yesterday after their vehicle struck a tree near 140 Carrington Road, according to the Russell-Montgomery Police Department. Police responded to the accident at 4:22 p.m. The first officer to arrive at the scene provided medical treatment until the Montgomery Fire...
Woman strikes cow on Vermont interstate
ORLEANS COUNTY, Vt. — Police are urging drivers to reduce speeds after cows were spotted loose on Interstate 91, ending in a crash. Friday, VSP received reports of cows on the interstate between exits 26 and 27. At around 9:45 p.m., Jennifer Landsberg, of Barton, crashed into one of...
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