Vermont State Police say a traffic stop on Business Route 4 in West Rutland on March 9 led to the arrest of a 20-year-old local resident, Kyan Mcphee, on charges of driving under the influence of drugs. The incident occurred around 7:54 PM when troopers observed a traffic violation and initiated a stop.
According to police, during the interaction with Mcphee, officers noticed several signs of impairment. Following their investigation, he was taken into custody for DUI. Mcphee was transported to the Rutland Barracks for processing, where he was issued a criminal citation and subsequently released.
The charges against Mcphee are allegations at this stage. He is scheduled to appear in Rutland County Court, Criminal Division, on June 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM for arraignment. Court dates and charges may change as the case progresses, and individuals are encouraged to contact the criminal court clerk for confirmation of any updates regarding the arraignment.
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