Vermont State Police say a 21-year-old man from Huntington was arrested for suspected driving under the influence following a response to a disabled vehicle on Interstate 89 South in Waterbury early on January 25, 2026.
According to police reports, Troopers arrived at the scene around 4:07 AM and identified the driver as Matthew Ploof. Observations made by the officers indicated signs of impairment, leading to Ploof’s arrest on suspicion of DUI. He was processed at the Berlin Barracks and subsequently released with a citation.
Ploof is scheduled to appear in the Washington County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on February 12, 2026, at 8:30 AM. The charges against him are allegations at this stage, and both the court date and specific charges may change as the legal proceedings develop.
Source: Vermont State Police press release, view original report. This Vermont waterbury arrested story highlights important developments.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: January 25, 2026
