Vermont State Police say a dispute at the Green Mountain Plaza parking lot in Rutland Town on January 28 resulted in the arrest of a 58-year-old woman. Darleen Palmer, a resident of Rutland, is accused of assaulting 54-year-old Patricia King from Bennington.
According to police reports, the incident occurred shortly after 5:18 PM, prompting a response from troopers at the Rutland Barracks. Following their investigation, Palmer was charged with simple assault. She was subsequently lodged at the Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility with a bail set at $200.
Palmer is scheduled to appear in the Rutland Superior Court, Criminal Division, at 12:30 PM on January 29, 2026. The charges against her are allegations, and the court date may change as the case develops. For confirmation of the arraignment time, the public is advised to contact the criminal court clerk.
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Last modified: January 28, 2026
