One year on, the Brandon suspicious death remains unsolved
According to police, Vermont State Police are marking the one-year anniversary of the Brandon suspicious death of 46-year-old Brian Bailey, who was found deceased at his home in Brandon on May 24, 2025. Authorities located Bailey at approximately 7 a.m. on Champearl Road, where he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington has determined that Bailey died from a gunshot wound, but the manner of death remains classified as undetermined, according to police. The investigation continues to be handled by the Major Crime Unit, with collaboration from the Rutland County State’s Attorney’s Office and specialized units within the Vermont State Police.
No individuals are currently in custody, and investigators believe the incident was isolated, posing no risk to the surrounding community. Police are urging anyone with information related to this case to contact Detective Sgt. Jeffrey Stephenson at the Rutland Barracks at 802-773-9101 or to submit anonymous tips online.
As this investigation remains ongoing, police emphasize that charges are not yet filed and that future legal actions may evolve as new information comes to light.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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