Vermont State Police say a domestic disturbance in Cavendish led to the citation of a local man on January 20, 2026. According to police reports, officers from the Westminster Barracks responded to the incident around 1:00 PM and determined that 40-year-old John J. Fernandes had allegedly committed unlawful trespass.
Following their investigation, police issued a citation for the offense. Fernandes is scheduled to appear in the Windsor Criminal Division of Vermont Superior Court on March 17, 2026, at 8:30 AM.
The charges against Fernandes are allegations at this stage, and legal proceedings will continue as the case progresses. Court dates and charges may change as the situation develops.
Source: Vermont State Police
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