According to police reports, a 27-year-old woman from Alburgh, Vermont, has been charged with child abuse following an investigation initiated on March 13, 2026. Vermont State Police, in collaboration with the Northwest Unit for Special Investigations and the Department for Children and Families, began looking into allegations against Nicole LaBonte, who is accused of endangering the health and wellbeing of a six-year-old juvenile in her care.
Investigators found evidence suggesting that LaBonte endangered the child’s safety on multiple occasions. As a result, she was issued a citation on March 24, 2026, requiring her to appear in the Grand Isle Superior Court Criminal Division on April 30, 2026, at 8:30 AM.
The charges against LaBonte are currently allegations, and she is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Court dates and charges may change as the legal process unfolds. For the latest information regarding the court proceedings, individuals are advised to contact the criminal court clerk. This Vermont alburgh woman story highlights important developments. The Vermont alburgh woman situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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