Vermont State Police say a Grand Isle County sheriff’s deputy was injured in a vehicle attack in South Hero on Wednesday night. The incident occurred around 8:10 p.m. on U.S. Route 2, near the intersection with Ferry Road. According to police, the deputy was struck while returning to his cruiser after a traffic stop when the driver, identified as Kevin Marx, 36, allegedly turned his vehicle toward the deputy, dragging him a significant distance before stopping.
Marx was arrested at his home shortly before 11 p.m. and is charged with attempted first-degree murder. He was arraigned on Thursday morning in North Hero, where he pleaded not guilty and was ordered held without bail. The deputy, Sgt. Nicholas Pillsbury, was treated for his injuries at the University of Vermont Medical Center and has since been released, continuing his recovery at home.
The case remains under investigation, and the affidavit of probable cause has been filed with the court. According to the report, the charges against Marx are allegations, and further legal proceedings are anticipated. The next steps in the case will be outlined as it progresses through the court system.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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