Vermont State Police say a 57-year-old resident of Ferrisburgh was cited for driving under the influence following a traffic stop on US Route 7 near Round Barn Road on July 9, 2026, at approximately 4:23 PM.
According to police reports, officers initiated the stop due to a motor vehicle violation. During the interaction, they observed signs of impairment in the driver, identified as Joseph F. Knipes. After assessing the situation, police placed Knipes under arrest on suspicion of DUI and transported him to the New Haven Barracks for processing.
Following processing, Knipes was released with a citation to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on August 31, 2026, at 12:30 PM. The incident involved assistance from the Vergennes Police Department and the Addison County Sheriff’s Department.
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Court dates and times are subject to change, and individuals are encouraged to contact the criminal court clerk for confirmation of arraignment times.
Source: Vermont State Police
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