Vermont State Police say a traffic stop on Water Street in West Rutland on February 12, 2026, resulted in the citation of a 46-year-old man from Mount Holly. Nicholas Turco was operating a vehicle despite having a criminally suspended license.
According to police, Troopers from the Rutland Barracks conducted a routine patrol when they encountered Turco. Further investigation revealed that he was also under court-imposed conditions that prohibited him from driving on public highways. As a result of these findings, he was charged with criminal driving with a suspended license and violation of conditions of release. Turco has been issued a citation to appear in court on March 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
The charges against Turco are allegations, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The scheduled court date may change at the discretion of the court, and individuals are encouraged to contact the criminal court clerk to confirm the time of the arraignment. This Vermont west rutland story highlights important developments. The Vermont west rutland situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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