CRIME & SAFETY
New Haven police seek help locating missing teen
NEW HAVEN — Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 18-year-old Keyasia Mcelveen, who has been missing since May 5. Keyasia, who suffers from mental health issues and has an intellectual disability, was last seen leaving her home. She is a female, approximately 5 feet 8...
Middlebury Police announce ‘good morning project’
MIDDLEBURY, Vt. (WCAX) - Middlebury Police are dialing in to the community’s most vulnerable. Their new “Project Good Morning” facilitates regular phone calls with locals who live alone or without regular care. Starting at a police station in New Hampshire, the idea has spread to several stations throughout Vermont. Middlebury residents can sign up to receive a daily call between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Police say they hope it encourages independent living, and prevents tragedies common among those without an immediate support system.
Driver cited for multiple violations after traffic stop in Ferrisburgh
FERRISBURGH — Vermont State Police cited a 52-year-old Essex Junction man for multiple violations following a late-night traffic stop on May 12. Norman J. Byam was pulled over on US Route 7 near Little Chicago Road after police observed a motor vehicle violation. During the stop, authorities determined Byam...
Salisbury man faces multiple charges after trespassing, disrupting emergency services
SALISBURY — Vermont State Police arrested a local man on charges of unlawful mischief, unlawful trespass, interference with access to emergency services, and disorderly conduct after he refused to leave a residence and disrupted hospital operations. Joseph Conant, 55, of Salisbury, was taken into custody on May 10 at...
Panton woman charged with burglary, unlawful mischief after crashing car, breaking into home
PANTON — A woman was charged with burglary and unlawful mischief following a break-in at a Panton residence after crashing her vehicle nearby on May 12. Amanda Wildasin, 40, of Vergennes, allegedly forced her way into the home after being involved in an accident. The homeowners discovered Wildasin inside...
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