Vermont State Police say a traffic stop in Stowe on April 22 led to the arrest of a 27-year-old Hyde Park resident, Wesley Cote, who is accused of negligent operation and excessive speed. According to police reports, Cote was driving a Toyota Tacoma south on Stagecoach Road when he overtook a marked police vehicle in a no-passing zone, exceeding 70 mph in a 40 mph area.
The incident occurred around 8:38 a.m. when a trooper observed Cote’s Tacoma entering the opposing lane and passing in violation of posted signs. Following the stop, Cote was issued a Vermont Civil Violation Complaint for failing to obey traffic control devices, which carries a fine of $162 and two points on his driving record.
Cote has been charged with negligent operation and excessive speed, both violations of Vermont state law. He is scheduled to appear in Lamoille County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on June 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Police emphasize that these charges are allegations, and the legal proceedings may evolve as the case progresses.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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