According to police reports, a 22-year-old woman from Brandon, Aaliyah M. Medina, was charged with assaulting a correctional officer at the Marble Valley Correctional Center in Rutland. The incident reportedly occurred early on January 12, 2026, during her transfer to custody, when Medina allegedly attempted to attack staff and bit Officer Landon C. Stevens, 19, injuring his arm.
The Vermont State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation was notified of the assault, which took place overnight from January 11 to January 12. The Rutland County Sheriff’s Department and administrative personnel from the correctional facility assisted in the investigation, leading to the charges against Medina.
Medina is scheduled to appear in Rutland Criminal Court on February 9, 2026, at 10 AM. The charges against her are allegations, and the court date may change at the court’s discretion. No bail information was available at the time of the report.
Source: Vermont State Police press release, view original report. This Vermont brandon woman story highlights important developments. The Vermont brandon woman situation continues to develop.
Legal Disclaimer: All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Court dates and charges are subject to change. This report is based on information provided by law enforcement and may be updated as more details become available.
The Vermont brandon woman situation continues to develop.
Read more Vermont news stories at VTScout.
Source: Vermont State Police
aggravated assault Bennington Vermont Marble Valley Correctional Center Rutland Vermont State Police
Last modified: January 12, 2026
