According to police reports, an 18-year-old man has been extradited to Vermont following his involvement in an incident that led to the shooting of Ludlow Police Chief Jeffrey Warfle on New Year’s Day. Jaime Gomez was discharged from Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, after receiving treatment for injuries sustained during the encounter, which occurred at approximately 6:15 a.m. on January 1, 2026.
Gomez is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, attempted aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and attempted second-degree murder. He was taken into custody on January 21, 2026, and is currently held without bail at the Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield. An arraignment is scheduled for January 22, 2026, in the Criminal Division of Vermont Superior Court in Woodstock.
Police say that following the arraignment, further details regarding the case will be made public, including the affidavit of probable cause. The charges against Gomez are allegations, and as the legal process continues, the court dates and specific charges may change.
Source: Vermont State Police press release, view original report. This Vermont ludlow extradited story highlights important developments.
Legal Disclaimer: All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Court dates and charges are subject to change. This report is based on information provided by law enforcement and may be updated as more details become available. The Vermont ludlow extradited situation continues to develop.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: January 21, 2026
