According to police reports, an investigation initiated by the Vermont State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations has led to the arrest of Carson P. Bertrand, a 21-year-old resident of Whiting. The inquiry stems from an incident that occurred on August 28, 2021, and was formally launched on September 5, 2025.
Police say that Bertrand is charged with sexual assault, alleged to have involved nonconsensual contact with a juvenile victim. He was issued arrest documents on January 9, 2026, while in custody at the Southern State Correctional Facility for unrelated charges. Bertrand is scheduled to appear in the Addison County Superior Court, Criminal Division, on January 12, 2026, at 12:30 PM.
The charges against Bertrand are currently allegations, and legal proceedings are ongoing. It is important to note that court dates and charges may change as the case develops. The Vermont State Police do not disclose the identities of victims involved in sexual offense cases.
Source: Vermont State Police
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