Vermont State Police say a 68-year-old man was arrested for driving under the influence on December 26, 2025, on I-89 Northbound in South Burlington. The incident occurred around 5:20 PM when a trooper observed a vehicle drifting off the roadway and nearly hitting a guardrail.
According to police reports, the trooper initiated a traffic stop after witnessing the moving violation. Upon making contact with the driver, identified as Anthony J. Curtis of Milton, multiple signs of impairment were detected. Following a roadside investigation, Curtis was arrested on suspicion of DUI. He was taken to the Williston Barracks for processing and was later released into the custody of a sober adult.
Curtis has been charged with DUI #1 and is scheduled to appear in Chittenden County Superior Court on January 15, 2026, at 8:30 AM. The charges are currently allegations, and the court date may change as the case progresses. For confirmation of the arraignment time, the public is advised to contact the criminal court clerk.
Source: Vermont State Police
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