Vermont State Police say a 19-year-old resident of Bennington, Mustafa Muslim Yar, was cited for excessive speed following a traffic stop on US Route 7 in Shaftsbury on June 24, 2026. According to police reports, Yar was driving at 102 mph in a 55 mph zone when he was pulled over near mile marker 17.8.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:12 PM, prompting officers to issue a citation for the speed violation. Yar is scheduled to appear in the Vermont Superior Court – Bennington Criminal Division on August 10, 2026, at 8:30 AM.
Court dates and times may change, and individuals are encouraged to contact the criminal court clerk for confirmation of the arraignment.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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