Vermont State Police say a 37-year-old Rutland Town man was the subject of an Orwell DUI arrest following an incident on May 26, 2026. According to police, officers responded to a report of a suspicious individual parked along Mount Independence Road in Orwell. As they arrived, the driver was seen leaving the scene on a motorcycle.
Motorcyclist taken into custody in the Orwell DUI arrest
Police identified the operator as Nathen Sheldon. During their interaction, he exhibited signs of impairment, prompting officers to conduct a screening. Sheldon was arrested on suspicion of DUI and taken to the New Haven Barracks for processing. He was issued a citation requiring his appearance in Addison County Superior Court.
Sheldon is scheduled to appear in court on June 15, 2026, to address the charges. As with all legal matters, the charges are allegations at this stage, and the court date may change as the case progresses.
Source: Vermont State Police
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