Vermont State Police say a 41-year-old woman from Vershire was arrested on April 22, 2026, during a routine patrol on Vermont Route 113 in Thetford. Jessica Southworth was taken into custody after officers discovered she had an outstanding warrant from New Hampshire and additional charges in Vermont.
According to police reports, Southworth resisted arrest while being apprehended by Troopers Haley and Nally. She faces multiple charges, including Fugitive from Justice, Resisting Arrest, and possession of Fentanyl and Methamphetamine. Following her arrest, Southworth was held without bail at the Northeast Correctional Facility.
According to the report, Southworth is scheduled to appear in the Orange County Superior Court – Criminal Division on the same day as her arrest, April 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The charges against her are allegations, and the legal process will continue to unfold as the case progresses.
Source: Vermont State Police
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