Vermont State Police say a 45-year-old man was charged with violating an abuse prevention order following an incident in Shaftsbury on January 13, 2026. Seth L. Stratton of Rupert is accused of breaching a Final Order for Relief from Abuse with Children, prompting police to issue a citation for his alleged actions.
According to the report, authorities were alerted to the violation at approximately 7:17 PM. The investigation led to the charges of two counts of violating the abuse prevention order. Stratton has been ordered to appear in Bennington County Court on March 9, 2026, at 8:30 AM to address the allegations.
The charges against Stratton remain allegations at this stage, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Court dates and charges may change as the case progresses, and individuals are encouraged to contact the criminal court clerk to verify arraignment times. This Vermont rupert charged story highlights important developments. The Vermont rupert charged situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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