Vermont State Police say a 34-year-old man from Barre was arrested for suspected driving under the influence after a traffic incident on Interstate 89. The arrest occurred on January 24 at approximately 10 a.m. when police responded to reports of a vehicle behaving erratically on I-91 North in Hartford, later locating it on the side of I-89 North in Royalton.
According to police, the driver, identified as Isaiah Valezquez, exhibited multiple signs of impairment during the interaction. He was taken into custody and transported to the Royalton Barracks for processing. Valezquez was subsequently released with a citation to appear in Windsor County Superior Court’s Criminal Division.
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His court appearance is scheduled for March 10, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Police emphasize that the charges against Valezquez are allegations at this stage, and legal proceedings may evolve as the case progresses. Court dates and other details are subject to change, and individuals are advised to confirm the schedule with the court clerk.
Source: Vermont State Police
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