According to police reports, two Bennington residents were cited for retail theft following an incident at the Dollar General in Pownal, Vermont, on June 11, 2026. Vermont State Police say that approximately $535.50 worth of merchandise was stolen from the store around 2:32 PM.
The individuals charged are 27-year-old Nichole A. Lafrancois and 40-year-old Christopher C. Forkey-Lawrence. Following the investigation, both were issued citations for the offense of retail theft.
They are scheduled to appear in Bennington Superior Court – Criminal Division on August 10, 2026, at 8:30 AM. According to the report, the charges against Lafrancois and Forkey-Lawrence are allegations at this stage, and the court date is subject to change. Individuals involved in the case are advised to confirm the arraignment time with the criminal court clerk as the date approaches.
Source: Vermont State Police
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