Vermont State Police say a traffic stop on January 4, 2026, at approximately 9:21 AM led to the arrest of Khang Htet Htet Kyaw, a 38-year-old resident of Oakland Gardens, New York. The incident occurred on the VT-279 on-ramp near the VT-9 intersection in Bennington, Vermont, where police observed Kyaw’s vehicle traveling in the wrong direction, posing a danger to oncoming traffic.
According to police, the manner of operation was deemed negligent, resulting in a violation of Title 23 V.S.A. 1091(a), which pertains to negligent operation of a vehicle. Following the traffic stop, Kyaw was issued a citation requiring him to appear in Vermont Superior Court – Bennington County, Criminal Division, on March 2, 2026, at 8:15 AM.
The charges against Kyaw are allegations, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty. Court dates and charges may change as the case progresses, and individuals are encouraged to confirm details with the court clerk in Bennington County. This Vermont bennington cited story highlights important developments. The Vermont bennington cited situation continues to develop.
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