Vermont State Police say a 45-year-old man from Sharon was charged with violating an abuse prevention order in Tunbridge on January 31, 2026. The incident reportedly occurred around 2:46 PM when police responded to a report that Matthew Tobin had made contact with a victim, violating an existing restraining order.
According to police reports, Tobin was subsequently issued a criminal citation for the violation. He is scheduled to appear in the Orange County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on February 2, 2026, at 12:30 PM. The Vermont State Police do not disclose the identities of victims in domestic or sexual assault cases in accordance with legal protections.
These charges are allegations, and Tobin is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The court date may be subject to change as the legal proceedings continue. This Vermont sharon cited story highlights important developments. The Vermont sharon cited situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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