According to police reports, a traffic stop in Rockingham, Vermont, on January 2, 2026, resulted in the arrest of a 36-year-old man suspected of driving under the influence. Vermont State Police say that Troopers from the Westminster Barracks conducted the stop at approximately 8:01 PM on Town Farm Road, where the driver, Nicholas Lynch of Chester, displayed signs of impairment.
Following the interaction with officers, Lynch was arrested and taken to the Westminster Barracks for processing. He faces charges of DUI (second offense) and driving on a suspended license, categorized as a criminal suspension, according to police.
Lynch is scheduled to appear in the Vermont Superior Court – Windham Criminal Division on March 31, 2026, at 8:30 AM to respond to the allegations against him. It is important to note that these charges are merely allegations at this stage, and court dates and charges may change as the legal process unfolds.
Source: Vermont State Police
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