According to police reports, a 19-year-old man from Richford, Vermont, has been charged with sexual assault following an investigation into his alleged relationship with a juvenile. Matthew Stryker is accused of engaging in sexual conduct with a 14-year-old beginning in the summer of 2025. The investigation, initiated on March 4, 2026, by the Vermont State Police in collaboration with the Northwest Unit for Special Investigations and the Department for Children and Families, was prompted by a report concerning Stryker’s conduct.
Stryker voluntarily surrendered to law enforcement on March 13, 2026. Following consultation with the Franklin County State’s Attorney’s office, he was released with a citation that mandates his appearance in court. According to the report, he is scheduled to appear at the Franklin County Superior Court Criminal Division on March 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM.
Charges against Stryker remain allegations at this time, and the court date is subject to change. Individuals are encouraged to verify the arraignment time with the criminal court clerk as the case progresses through the legal system.
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