Vermont State Police say a 63-year-old man from Castleton has been charged with stalking following an investigation that began on March 25, 2026. According to police reports, officers from the Rutland Barracks responded to a complaint indicating that Peter Pfenning had allegedly followed a victim and made multiple attempts to initiate contact over several occasions.
The investigation uncovered a pattern of behavior consistent with stalking, where Pfenning reportedly gathered personal information about the victim and used various means to reach out to them. Following the findings, Pfenning was issued a citation on April 16, 2026, and is scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court – Rutland Criminal Division on April 17, 2026.
According to the report, Pfenning is currently being held without bail due to a probation violation linked to this case. As with all legal matters, the charges against him are allegations, and details regarding the court date may change as the case progresses. He is currently located at the Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility.
Source: Vermont State Police
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