Vermont State Police say a 41-year-old resident of Richford, Dorcas Button, was cited for simple assault following an incident on River Street on June 22, 2026. The police responded to reports of an assault around 7:30 PM.
According to police reports, the investigation determined that Button caused bodily injury to 60-year-old Stephen Russell, also of Richford. As a result of the incident, Button was issued a citation to appear in Franklin County Court on July 28, 2026, at 8:00 AM.
Court action is pending, and the scheduled date and time may change at the court’s discretion. Individuals are advised to contact the criminal court clerk for confirmation of the arraignment time.
Source: Vermont State Police
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