Vehicle in median leads to Randolph DUI arrest on I-89
Vermont State Police say a traffic incident on Interstate 89 in Randolph led to a Randolph DUI arrest of a 35-year-old man on suspicion of driving under the influence. The event occurred on May 14, 2026, around 8:28 PM, when police were alerted to a vehicle in the median near mile marker 28.4.
According to the report, troopers from the Royalton Barracks responded to the scene and identified the driver as Joseph Rich, a resident of Randolph. During their interaction, Rich exhibited signs of impairment, prompting officers to conduct an investigation. Following the assessment in the Randolph DUI arrest, Rich was arrested on suspicion of DUI and taken to the Royalton State Police Barracks for processing. He was later issued a citation and released.
Rich is scheduled to appear in Orange County Criminal Court on June 3, 2026, at 8:30 AM. It is important to note that the charges are allegations at this stage, and court dates may be subject to change. Individuals facing charges are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This Vermont randolph arrested story highlights important developments.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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