According to police reports, a single-vehicle crash on VT Route 125 in Ripton occurred on February 14, 2026, at approximately 8:13 a.m. Vermont State Police responded to the scene and identified the driver as 53-year-old Jeremiah Bindrum of Rochester, Vermont.
Police say Bindrum showed signs of impairment during their investigation, leading to his arrest for Driving Under the Influence, marking his first offense. He was taken to the New Haven Barracks for processing and later released with a citation. Bindrum is scheduled to appear in the Vermont Superior Court Criminal Division of Addison County on March 2, 2026, at 12:30 p.m.
The charges against Bindrum remain allegations until proven in court, and details regarding the court proceedings may change as the case develops. Individuals interested in the court date are advised to confirm the time with the criminal court clerk prior to the hearing.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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