According to police reports, a 40-year-old woman from North Adams, Massachusetts, was arrested for driving under the influence following a single-vehicle crash on Vermont Route 100 in Readsboro on December 24, 2025. The incident occurred around 9:04 PM, and police found no injuries or hazards at the scene.
Michelle E. Riopelle was the driver of a 2020 Kia Telluride, which sustained minor damage during the accident. During the investigation, Troopers observed signs of impairment, leading to her arrest on suspicion of DUI. She was taken to the Shaftsbury Barracks for processing and subsequently released to a sober individual.
Riopelle has been cited to appear in the Vermont Superior Court, Bennington Criminal Division, on January 12, 2025, at 8:30 AM. According to the report, the charges against her are allegations and may change as the case progresses, with court dates subject to adjustment by the court.
Source: Vermont State Police
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