According to police reports, an early morning incident at the Fox Run Inn in Ludlow on January 1, 2026, resulted in an officer-involved shooting. The injured individual, identified as 18-year-old Jaime Gomez, was reportedly agitated and damaging property when Ludlow Police Chief Jeffrey Warfle responded to a disturbance call around 6 a.m.
During the encounter, Gomez allegedly lunged at Chief Warfle after refusing to comply with commands, prompting the chief to discharge his weapon. Gomez was subsequently transported to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, where he is in stable condition as he receives treatment.
Police say that Gomez has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and attempted aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. An arrest warrant has been issued for him.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and Chief Warfle is cooperating with authorities. It remains unclear when he will be interviewed regarding the incident. Following the completion of the investigation, the Vermont Attorney General’s Office and local state’s attorney’s office will review the circumstances surrounding the use of force. Court dates and charges may change as the case progresses.
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