According to police reports, a 45-year-old man from Brownington was arrested in the Wal-Mart parking lot in Derby, Vermont, on March 31, 2026. Michael Riendeau Jr. was discovered unresponsive in his vehicle, prompting a response from the Vermont State Police and Newport Police Department.
Upon investigation, police say Riendeau was found to be violating the curfew set by the Orleans Criminal Court as part of his Conditions of Release. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Derby barracks for processing. Following this, he was issued a citation and released.
Riendeau is scheduled to appear in Orleans Criminal Court on April 1, 2026, at 12:30 PM to face allegations of violating the Conditions of Release. Police emphasize that these charges are merely allegations at this stage, and the court date is subject to change. Interested parties are advised to confirm the arraignment time with the criminal court clerk.
Source: Vermont State Police
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