Vermont State Police say a 34-year-old resident of Albany, Zachary Fleming, was issued a citation for charges of Reckless Endangerment and Aggravated Disorderly Conduct following an incident on July 27, 2026, at approximately 1:13 PM. The event took place in the parking lot of McDonald’s located on US Route 5 in Derby, Vermont.
According to police reports, multiple calls were received regarding a man pointing a firearm at another individual. Upon arrival, troopers identified Fleming and a 21-year-old man from Newport City, Thomas Annis, as the parties involved. Investigations indicated that Fleming exhibited violent behavior towards Annis, while Annis engaged in conduct that recklessly endangered another person.
Fleming has been cited to appear in Orleans County Superior Court on September 8, 2026, at 8:30 AM. Annis is also scheduled to appear in court on July 28, 2026, at 12:30 PM. Anyone who witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881.
Source: Vermont State Police
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