According to police reports, a domestic assault incident on December 20, 2025, in Moretown led to the arrest of 30-year-old Dustin Herring from Northfield. Vermont State Police say they received a report of the assault at approximately 11:20 PM, prompting an investigation that revealed Herring had inflicted bodily injury on a domestic partner.
Further investigation indicated that Herring was in violation of court-ordered conditions prohibiting alcohol consumption. Following his arrest, he was transported to the Berlin Barracks for processing. Herring has been charged with domestic assault, violation of conditions of release, and interference with access to emergency services.
He is scheduled to appear in Washington County Superior Court – Criminal Division on December 22, 2025, at 12:30 PM. Police emphasize that all charges are allegations at this stage and that court dates are subject to change as the case progresses.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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