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Rutland woman arrested for assault and robbery in Poultney, police say

In Poultney, VT, police say Amanda Martin, 27, is charged with assault, robbery, and resisting arrest following a reported theft on February 24, 2026.

Rutland woman arrested for assault and robbery in Poultney, police say
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Rutland Barracks Assault and Robbery, Resisting Arrest ect
  • Amanda Martin, 27, of Poultney
  • Accused: Assault
  • Arrested on February 24 by VSP

According to police reports, a 27-year-old woman from Rutland, Amanda Martin, was arrested in Poultney, Vermont, on February 24, 2026, following a reported theft. Vermont State Police responded to the incident around 10 a.m. and discovered that Martin had allegedly assaulted another individual, stolen money and clothing, and resisted arrest.

The investigation revealed that Martin caused bodily harm during the altercation. After her arrest, she was taken to the Rutland Barracks, where she was held for violating probation. Martin now faces multiple charges, including assault and robbery, simple assault, petit larceny, and resisting arrest, all classified under various titles of the Vermont Statutes Annotated.

Martin is scheduled to appear in Rutland County Superior Court on February 24, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. She is currently lodged at the Marble Valley Correctional Facility, with bail set at $500. It is important to note that the charges against her are allegations, and the legal proceedings may evolve as the case progresses.


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