Vermont State Police say a 40-year-old man was arrested for driving under the influence following a suspicious vehicle report on Pleasant Street in West Rutland on March 13, 2026. According to police, Troopers from the Rutland Barracks responded to the complaint at approximately 10:07 PM, where they identified Matthew Bradley as the vehicle operator.
During their interaction with Bradley, officers noted several signs of impairment. Following a thorough investigation, they determined that he was operating the vehicle while under the influence, leading to his arrest. Bradley was subsequently transported to the Rutland Barracks for processing, issued a criminal citation, and then released.
Bradley is scheduled to appear in the Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Criminal Division, on March 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM. According to the report, all charges are allegations at this stage, and court dates may change as the case progresses.
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