Vermont State Police say a 34-year-old resident of Auburn, Massachusetts, was cited for excessive speed and negligent operation following a traffic stop on Interstate 89 North in Williamstown on July 1, 2026. According to police reports, troopers were conducting speed enforcement near Exit 5 when they observed a vehicle traveling at 100 mph in a zone where the speed limit is 65 mph.
The vehicle was stopped without incident, and the driver, Luke Lamar, was identified. He received a criminal citation to appear in Orange County Superior Court – Criminal Division on August 5, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Additionally, Lamar was issued a civil ticket with a waiver amount of $530 and two points on his driving record.
Court dates and times may change at the discretion of the court, and individuals are advised to contact the criminal court clerk to confirm arraignment details.
Source: Vermont State Police
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