According to police reports, a 31-year-old man from Pownal, Benjamin Farrington, was arrested early on March 1, 2026, following a reported domestic dispute on Lincoln Street. Vermont State Police say they were dispatched to the scene around 2:57 AM and subsequently took Farrington into custody.
He faces charges of unlawful restraint in the second degree and domestic assault, according to the report. Following his arrest, Farrington was transported to the Shaftsbury Barracks and later released with conditions. He is scheduled to appear in the Bennington County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on March 2, 2026, at 12:30 PM.
The charges against Farrington are allegations, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Court dates and charges may change as the case progresses. This Vermont pownal arrested story highlights important developments. The Vermont pownal arrested situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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