According to police reports, a 45-year-old Arlington resident, Leroy E. Bellows, was arrested late on March 30, 2026, following a reported altercation at Stewart’s convenience store on Vermont Route 313 West. Vermont State Police responded to the scene after employees reported a fight involving several intoxicated individuals.
Upon arrival, police say Bellows was taken into custody on charges of driving under the influence and resisting arrest. After processing at the Shaftsbury Barracks, he was released with a citation.
Bellows is scheduled to appear in the Vermont Superior Court, Bennington Criminal Division, on April 20, 2026, at 8:30 AM. According to the report, the charges against him remain allegations, and the court date is subject to change as the case progresses.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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