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Man Arrested After Knife Pulled on Store Manager During Burlington Retail Theft Attempt

Man Arrested After Knife Pulled on Store Manager During Burlington Retail Theft Attempt

Burlington, Vermont police have arrested Nicholas Hulbert, 38, following an attempted retail theft at a downtown City Market. Police reported that Hulbert allegedly pulled a knife on a store manager during the incident on Wednesday evening. After the confrontation, Hulbert fled the scene on foot. However, officers were able to quickly locate and apprehend him less than a block away from the City Market. Hulbert, identified as experiencing homelessness, was taken into custody and is currently being held on $10,000 bail. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about retail theft and the safety of store employees in urban areas.

Vermont Officials Deploy Bird Noise Devices to Deter Loitering at Capitol Complex

Vermont Officials Deploy Bird Noise Devices to Deter Loitering at Capitol Complex

The Scott administration in Vermont is implementing a new strategy to address homelessness and quality-of-life concerns in Montpelier. Following earlier efforts that included deploying state Troopers to Burlington, officials are now using bird-noise devices at the historic Pavilion building within the Capitol complex. These devices are intended to deter individuals from gathering on the porch, where incidents such as fights, discarded syringes, human waste, and a fire have been reported. The bird squawking devices will operate between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. This measure comes after previous attempts, including portable toilets and signs requesting people not to gather, proved ineffective. Governor Phil Scott stated that the alternative would be arrests, which the administration aims to avoid. This initiative is part of a broader approach by the Scott administration to manage public spaces and address issues related to the unhoused population.

Winooski Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Fatal Downtown Burlington Stabbing

Winooski Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Fatal Downtown Burlington Stabbing

Hassan O. Haji, 24, of Winooski, has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of Deng Dau, 24, in downtown Burlington. Haji pleaded not guilty to the charge on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. on Saturday in the parking lot behind the civil courthouse on Main Street. According to police, officers responded immediately to the scene. Dau was transported to the hospital, where he later died from a single stab wound to the groin. Security camera footage reportedly shows Haji lunging and swinging his right arm towards Dau's hip during an argument involving a third man, who has not been charged. Detectives tracked Haji to his brother's apartment, where they found blood-stained sneakers. Haji surrendered to police on Tuesday morning and was found with a fresh cut on his right thumb. He has been ordered to be held in prison pending a bail hearing scheduled for August 27.

Two Individuals Charged After Target Shooting Incident Injures Vermont Woman

Two Individuals Charged After Target Shooting Incident Injures Vermont Woman

Two men, Tyler Swan, 27, of Georgia, and Michael Richard, 39, of Essex Junction, are facing charges after an 84-year-old Vermont woman, Geraldine Doran, was seriously injured by a bullet fired during target practice. The incident occurred on June 17 in Swanton, where Swan and Richard were target shooting near Doran's Ceres Circle home. Investigators determined that a round from their target practice entered Doran's residence, striking her. Police believe Swan was responsible for setting up the target. He has been charged with felony aggravated assault, while both Swan and Richard face misdemeanor reckless endangerment charges. They are scheduled to appear before a judge next month. Another person was present during the incident, but details were not released due to their age.

Rochester Man Arrested for First-Degree Burglary After Home Invasion

Rochester Man Arrested for First-Degree Burglary After Home Invasion

Austin Hall, a 37-year-old resident of Rochester, was arrested on Tuesday morning following a reported burglary in progress. The Rochester Police Department responded to a call at approximately 5:30 a.m. concerning a home on the 200 block of 8th Ave. SE. The occupants of the home were alerted by a security camera and evacuated the premises before police arrived. Officers reviewed the security footage, which led to the identification of Hall as the suspect. He was subsequently apprehended in a nearby parking lot. Hall is currently being held in the Olmsted County Jail and is facing charges of first-degree burglary.

Colchester Man Cited for Driving 102 MPH and Suspected Impairment on I-89 in Milton, Vermont

Colchester Man Cited for Driving 102 MPH and Suspected Impairment on I-89 in Milton, Vermont

Vermont State Police cited Thierno Diallo, a man from Colchester, for driving 102 mph on I-89 south in Milton. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, where Diallo was observed traveling significantly above the posted 65 mph speed limit. Upon stopping Diallo, state troopers noted that he appeared to be under the influence of drugs. Consequently, he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs. Diallo has been cited to appear in court in October to face the charges related to speeding and impaired driving. This event highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement to enforce traffic laws and ensure road safety.

Rochester Man Charged with Felony Burglary of Occupied Home While on Probation

Rochester Man Charged with Felony Burglary of Occupied Home While on Probation

Austin James Hall, a Rochester man, has been charged with felony first-degree burglary of an occupied dwelling. The incident occurred on August 18, when Hall allegedly entered a family's home and stole items. Police responded to a call at approximately 5:30 a.m. after the homeowner, who was at work, observed someone entering the residence via a security system. Upon reviewing security footage, officers saw a man, later identified as Hall, ride a bike to the back door, take a pair of shoes, and then leave. An iPhone and charger were also reported missing. Hall was located later that morning in the 1500 block of 12th Street Southeast, allegedly wearing the stolen shoes and possessing the iPhone. Hall was on probation at the time, having recently pleaded guilty to interference with privacy-gaze, stare, or peep in window. He appeared in court on August 20, where he was assigned a $50,000 bail with or without conditions.

Baton Rouge Police Seize Over 37 Pounds of Cocaine During Traffic Stop

Baton Rouge Police Seize Over 37 Pounds of Cocaine During Traffic Stop

Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD) officers seized more than 37 pounds of cocaine during a traffic stop on Tuesday. The incident occurred when officers stopped 42-year-old Worthington West's vehicle on Jackson Avenue, near Greenwell Springs Road. Officers detected the smell of marijuana emanating from the vehicle, prompting a search. The search led to the discovery of 17 kilograms (over 37 pounds) of cocaine, seven grams of marijuana, a marijuana cigarette, and a handgun. West was subsequently booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. He faces charges including possession with intent to distribute cocaine, illegal carrying of firearms with drugs, possession of marijuana, and illegal window tint. This operation highlights ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to combat drug trafficking and related criminal activities within the community.

Maryland Shooting Suspect Apprehended Near Union Station in Washington D.C. After Vehicle Pursuit

Maryland Shooting Suspect Apprehended Near Union Station in Washington D.C. After Vehicle Pursuit

A suspect involved in a shooting in Prince George’s County, Maryland, has been taken into custody near Union Station in Washington D.C. The incident began around 9:10 a.m. on Thursday when Prince George’s County Police responded to a reported shooting in the 5300 block of Sheriff Road. Officers found a man with gunshot wounds, who was subsequently transported to a hospital in critical but stable condition. The suspect then allegedly stole the victim's vehicle and fled into Washington D.C. Another law enforcement agency, whose identity was not specified by the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), pursued the vehicle into the District. The suspect eventually abandoned the vehicle near Union Station and was apprehended. Eyewitness accounts from a 7News reporter at the scene described authorities rushing from their vehicles, chasing an individual, and instructing bystanders to 'get down, get down' while searching for a weapon. MPD has confirmed that there is no active threat to the D.C. community, though the ...

Deputies Seize Drugs, Gun, and Cash from South Montgomery County Smoke Shop

Deputies Seize Drugs, Gun, and Cash from South Montgomery County Smoke Shop

Investigators in Montgomery County, Texas, seized a significant quantity of drugs, a firearm, and approximately $30,000 in cash during a search at Exotic Kings Smoke & Vape, a smoke shop located on Rayford Road. The operation, executed on Tuesday, was a collaborative effort involving the Montgomery County Narcotics Enforcement Team, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Crime Reduction Unit. The search followed multiple tips regarding suspected illegal activity at the establishment. Among the seized items were nearly seven pounds of marijuana, over 1,200 grams of THC vape products, and more than 4,000 grams of THC edibles. Mohamed Elwaseem, 25, was arrested in connection with the raid and has been charged with manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance. He is currently held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $50,000 bond. The Sheriff's Office noted that the smoke shop is situated next to a child daycare center.

Burlington Experiences Spate of Violent Incidents, Reigniting Public Safety Debate

Burlington Experiences Spate of Violent Incidents, Reigniting Public Safety Debate

Burlington, Vermont, experienced a series of violent incidents over a recent weekend, including a fatal stabbing, another non-life-threatening stabbing, two gunfire incidents, and an altercation involving a juvenile. An unidentified man was fatally stabbed early Saturday morning behind 175-199 Main St. and later died at the University of Vermont Medical Center. Burlington police are investigating these events, but no arrests have been announced. These incidents have reignited a long-standing debate over public safety in downtown Burlington, despite city figures indicating a decline in some serious crime measures since 2021. The fatal stabbing occurred almost exactly a year after another fatal attack in August 2025, where Scott Kastner was beaten, leading to second-degree murder charges against two individuals. That previous incident had prompted the Burlington City Council to vote for increased police presence and park closures. Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak acknowledged the upsetting nature of the events but...

Vermont Leads Nation in Summer Drunk Driving Crash Share, Washington Ranks Tenth

Vermont Leads Nation in Summer Drunk Driving Crash Share, Washington Ranks Tenth

A recent study conducted by Manhattan Mental Health Counseling researchers analyzed three years of summer crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to identify U.S. states with the highest proportion of drunk driving incidents during the summer months. The study revealed that Vermont had the highest share of summer crashes linked to impaired drivers, with 43.55% of its total 62 summer crashes involving a driver with a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of .08 or higher. Texas followed in second place, with 40.82% of its 2,947 summer crashes attributed to impaired driving. Washington state ranked tenth nationally, with 35.33% of its 600 summer crashes involving a drunk driver. The peak fatal crash hours for impaired drivers in Washington were identified between 11 p.m. and 11:59 p.m., while in Oregon, which ranked eighth, the peak was between 7 p.m. and 7:59 p.m.