According to police reports, a 28-year-old man from Derby Line, Timothy Christopher, was cited for making threats against U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents. The incident occurred on January 7, 2026, around 6:58 PM at the intersection of U.S. Route 5 and Ducharme Drive in Derby Line.
Vermont State Police say they received a report from U.S. Customs and Border Protection the following day, detailing that Christopher had verbally and physically threatened to inflict serious harm on the agents. Following an investigation, police cited him for Criminal Threatening and Disorderly Conduct, according to the report.
Christopher is scheduled to appear in Orleans County Superior Court on January 27, 2026, at 8:00 AM. The charges against him are allegations, and legal proceedings may evolve as the case progresses.
Source: Vermont State Police
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