Vermont State Police say a 52-year-old Brattleboro resident was arrested following a single-vehicle crash on January 13, 2026. The incident occurred around 11:46 a.m. at the Exit 2 Northbound off ramp. According to police, the driver, identified as Charles G. Bolte, fled the scene before officers arrived.
Troopers located Bolte on Western Avenue in Brattleboro, where he was taken into custody. He is charged with several offenses, including driving under the influence of drugs, possession of fentanyl, violating conditions of release, driving with a criminally suspended license, and leaving the scene of an accident. Indicators of impairment were noted during the interaction with police, leading to the DUI charge.
Bolte has been issued a citation to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham County – Criminal Division on March 24, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. These charges are allegations, and his legal proceedings will continue as the case develops. Court dates and charges may change based on further legal actions.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: January 13, 2026
