According to police reports, a 19-year-old Brattleboro resident, Ryan Pierce, was cited for criminal threatening following an incident in Dummerston, Vermont, on July 17, 2026. The Vermont State Police responded to a report of electronic threats made by Pierce toward a family member.
During their investigation, officers confirmed that Pierce had made these threats electronically. He was subsequently located in Brattleboro, where he received a citation to appear in court.
Pierce is scheduled to appear in the Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division, on September 15, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to address the charge. The court date and time may change, and individuals are advised to contact the criminal court clerk for confirmation.
Source: Vermont State Police
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