According to police reports, a 47-year-old man from Stowe faces charges of home improvement fraud following an incident in Waterbury, Vermont. Caleb Mayo was cited by Vermont State Police on April 28, 2026, after a complaint was filed by 78-year-old John Peterson, also of Waterbury, regarding a contractual agreement for land improvement.
The investigation revealed that Mayo allegedly misrepresented details related to the contract, leading to the fraud allegations. Police were called to the scene on November 17, 2025, after Peterson reported the incident.
Mayo is charged with home improvement fraud and false pretenses. He is scheduled to appear in Washington County Superior Court on June 4, 2026, at 8:30 AM to respond to the charges against him.
These charges are currently allegations, and the court date is subject to change. For the latest updates, it is advisable to contact the criminal court clerk.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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