Vermont State Police say a 32-year-old woman from Johnson was arrested for multiple charges, including driving under the influence, following an incident on April 14, 2026. The arrest occurred around 4:45 p.m. when police received reports of a blue Saturn Outlook driving erratically on Vermont Route 100 through the towns of Lowell and Westfield.
According to police reports, officers located the vehicle parked at the Westfield General Store. The driver, identified as Cara Dodge, exhibited signs of impairment. Authorities noted that Dodge was under court-ordered conditions prohibiting alcohol consumption at the time of her arrest. She was subsequently taken into custody and processed at the Derby Barracks.
Dodge was released on a citation and is scheduled to appear in Orleans County Superior Court on May 5, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. The charges against her are allegations, and she is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Court dates and details may change as the case progresses. This Vermont westfield woman story highlights important developments. The Vermont westfield woman situation continues to develop.
Source: Vermont State Police
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