According to police reports, a traffic stop in Derby Line, Vermont, led to the issuance of a citation against 44-year-old Shane Lontine on January 30, 2026. Vermont State Police were seeking Lontine in connection with an unrelated matter when they discovered he was not at his residence, violating court-ordered conditions of release.
Police say Lontine was later located at a different residence in Derby Line. As a result of this violation, he was issued a flash citation and is scheduled to appear in Orleans Criminal Court on February 2, 2026, at 12:30 PM to face charges of violating the conditions of his release.
The case is ongoing, and the charges against Lontine are allegations at this stage. Court dates and related proceedings are subject to change, and individuals are encouraged to confirm the arraignment time with the court clerk.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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