According to police reports, two individuals were taken into custody following a physical altercation in New Haven, Vermont, early on March 25, 2026. Vermont State Police say the incident occurred around 4:35 a.m. when officers were alerted to a possible theft that escalated into a fight between 26-year-old Kyle Hamilton and 29-year-old Jordan Ritchie.
During the investigation, police determined that both men had inflicted bodily harm on each other. They were arrested without incident and subsequently transported to the New Haven Barracks for processing. Both Hamilton and Ritchie were charged with simple assault and issued citations to appear in court.
The duo is scheduled to appear at the Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division on March 25, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. Police emphasize that the charges are allegations, and court dates may change as the case progresses. Individuals involved in the legal process are encouraged to confirm the arraignment time with the court clerk.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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