According to police reports, a traffic stop in Waltham, Vermont, on February 26, 2026, resulted in the arrest of 23-year-old Parker N. Bent from Hinesburg, who is suspected of driving under the influence of drugs. The incident occurred around 4:22 PM on Plank Road near its intersection with US Route 7.
Vermont State Police initiated the stop after observing a violation and, during the interaction, noted signs of impairment. Following this assessment, Bent was arrested and taken to the Vergennes Police Department for processing. After completing the processing, he was released with a citation to appear in court.
Bent is scheduled to appear in the Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on April 27, 2026, at 12:30 PM. Police say that the charges against him are allegations at this stage, and details such as court dates may change as the legal proceedings continue.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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