Vermont State Police are investigating after a serious crash in the town of Pownal Tuesday morning. It happened shortly before 6 a.m. in the area of 824 Burrington Rd.

Vermont State Police Troopers are asking for the public's help after an early morning crash led to major injuries for a passenger, with the driver still missing.

The man who was shot is Jaime Gomez, 18, who lived in a room at the inn. He is continuing to receive treatment for his injuries Friday, Jan. 2, 2025, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire. The member of the Ludlow Police Department who shot Gomez is Chief Jeffrey Warfle.

Westminster Barracks is seeking the public’s assistance regarding the theft of approximately one-half cord of firewood from a residence located on Dover Road

The wounded 18-year-old man was reported to be hospitalized in stable condition and also facing assault-related charges.

LUDLOW, Vermont (Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026) — The Vermont State Police investigation Thursday morning’s shooting involving a member of the Ludlow Police Department is continuing Thursday night. Investigators continue to process the scene and have interviewed witnesses and reviewed video of the incident.

Vermont State Police stated that at approximately 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, troopers observed a motor vehicle violation on U.S. Route 7 in Bennington and conducted a traffic stop. Police spoke with the driver, identified as 29-year-old Anna Sarabia of Pittsfield, Mass., and noticed multiple signs of impairment.

Crews in the Rutland City area have been working to clear roads today amid snowy conditions, says the local police department.

The Vermont State Police is increasing patrols and urging residents to stay home as a significant ice storm is expected through the afternoon Dec. 29.

LUDLOW – Vermont State Police say they are investigating the shooting of a man by a Ludlow police officer early Thursday.

Dunster was not located. Officers are asking the public to call the Berlin Barracks at 802-229-919, or leave an anonymous tip if they know anything. He reportedly has partial gray hair, is 6’1″ and weighs roughly 220 pounds.

Vermont State Police investigated an incident in Waterbury Center on Sunday that involved an untimely death. Police said the incident was not deemed suspicious and it did not involve any criminal activity.