According to police reports, a late-reported assault incident on January 30, 2026, led to the arrest of two individuals in Bristol, Vermont. The incident occurred on Lincoln Road near Vermont Route 116, where authorities say Scott E. Mullins, 30, of Lincoln, engaged in threatening behavior that caused another person to fear imminent serious harm.
Police also report that Whitney L. Gorton, 58, also from Lincoln, was charged with negligent operation of a motor vehicle during the incident. Following their arrests, both individuals received citations to appear in Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on March 16, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. Mullins faces charges of simple assault and disorderly conduct, while Gorton is charged with negligent operation.
The charges remain allegations as the case progresses through the legal system. Court dates and charges may be subject to change, and individuals are encouraged to confirm their arraignment time with the criminal court clerk.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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