According to police reports, a motor vehicle stop on US Route 7 in Bennington early Wednesday morning resulted in the arrest of a 29-year-old woman on suspicion of driving under the influence. Vermont State Police say the incident occurred around 1:15 a.m. when Troopers from the Shaftsbury Barracks conducted the stop due to a traffic violation.
During the stop, police observed signs of impairment in the driver, identified as Anna L. Sarabia of Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Following an investigation, she was taken into custody for DUI and subsequently transported to the Bennington Police Department for processing. Sarabia was issued a criminal citation and released.
Sarabia is scheduled to appear in Bennington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on January 12, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Authorities emphasize that the charges are allegations at this stage, and the court date may change as the case progresses. For updates on court proceedings, it is advised to contact the criminal court clerk.
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