According to police reports, a traffic stop on County Road in Pownal on February 19, 2026, led to the arrest of 30-year-old Leon Lovelace from Bennington, Vermont, on multiple charges. Police say officers initiated the stop due to a traffic violation and observed signs of impairment while interacting with Lovelace.
During the encounter, it was noted that Lovelace had a child in the vehicle and was driving with a license that had been criminally suspended. He was subsequently arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) for the third time, reckless endangerment, and driving with a criminally suspended license. Lovelace was taken to the Shaftsbury Barracks for processing and later released on a citation.
He is scheduled to appear in the Bennington County Superior Court’s Criminal Division on March 9, 2026, at 8:30 AM. Police emphasize that all charges are allegations at this stage, and the court date may change as the case progresses.
Source: Vermont State Police press release, view original report. This Vermont pownal arrested story highlights important developments. The Vermont pownal arrested situation continues to develop.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: February 20, 2026
