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Swanton man cited for excessive speed and negligent

In Colchester, police say Jaydon LaFountain, 20, was charged with excessive speed and negligent operation after being clocked at 78 MPH in a 40 MPH zone.

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Vermont State Police say a 20-year-old resident of Swanton, Jaydon LaFountain, was cited for excessive speed and negligent operation following a traffic stop on July 10, 2026. The incident occurred around 9:55 a.m. on Roosevelt Highway at Collins Farm Road in Colchester.

According to police, LaFountain was observed riding a motorcycle at 78 miles per hour in a 40 mph zone. A trooper conducted a stop after the motorcycle was recorded speeding. During the stop, a passerby reported that LaFountain had been dangerously overtaking other vehicles prior to the traffic stop.

LaFountain received a criminal citation to appear in Chittenden County Superior Court Criminal Division on September 15, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Additionally, he was issued a speeding ticket totaling $572, which carries eight points on his driving record. Authorities are encouraging any other motorists who witnessed the incident to contact the Williston Barracks for further information.

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Source: Vermont State Police

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