Vermont State Police say a 44-year-old Danville resident was charged with obstruction of justice and unlawful trespass following a reported incident on February 24, 2026. The St. Johnsbury barracks received a call regarding trespassing, prompting an investigation that led to the arrest of Matthew Laughton.
According to police, Laughton was taken into custody without incident and subsequently transported to the St. Johnsbury barracks for processing. He has been issued a citation to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court – Criminal Division on March 2, 2026, at 8:30 AM to respond to the charges.
The allegations against Laughton are currently pending, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Court dates and charges may change as the case progresses, and individuals seeking confirmation of the arraignment time are advised to contact the criminal court clerk. This Vermont danville cited story highlights important developments. The Vermont danville cited situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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