Vermont State Police say a 43-year-old resident of St. Johnsbury was cited for assaulting a protected professional following an incident at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital on May 26, 2026. The police responded to a report of the assault at approximately 5:00 AM.
According to police, an investigation revealed that Scott Machuga had committed the assault, which also violated his court-ordered conditions of release. As a result, he was issued a criminal citation. Machuga is scheduled to appear in Caledonia Superior Court Criminal Division on June 15, 2026, at 8:30 AM.
The charges against Machuga are allegations, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. It is important to note that court dates and charges may change as the case progresses. For updates, individuals are encouraged to contact the criminal court clerk. This Vermont johnsbury cited story highlights important developments. The Vermont johnsbury cited situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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