According to police reports, a physical altercation on March 4, 2026, at approximately 12:50 PM led to the arrest of 58-year-old Deborah Farris-Clark in Richford, Vermont. The incident occurred outside a residence on Main Street, prompting a response from the Vermont State Police.
Upon arrival, officers found Farris-Clark and 29-year-old Jennifer Smith, both residents of Richford. Following an investigation, police say Farris-Clark was charged with aggravated assault. She was taken into custody without incident and later transported to the St. Albans Barracks for processing. Smith received treatment for minor injuries from the Richford Ambulance Service.
Farris-Clark was subsequently lodged at the Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility with a bail set at $500. She is scheduled for arraignment at the Franklin County Superior Court on March 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The charges against her are allegations, and the legal process will continue to unfold as the case progresses.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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