According to police reports, a family disturbance on Pond Road in Vernon led to the arrest of 39-year-old Ryan Byrd on March 23, 2026. Vermont State Police say that during their investigation, Byrd was found to have caused property damage that did not belong to him.
Byrd was charged with unlawful mischief and was subsequently cited and taken to the Southern State Correctional Facility for detoxification. He is scheduled to appear in Vermont Superior Court, Windham Criminal Division, on May 26, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to respond to the allegations.
Police emphasize that these charges are allegations at this time, and the legal process will continue to unfold. Court dates and details may change as the case progresses. Further updates will be made available as new information arises.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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