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Newport Police Charge Two After Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle

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Newport Police Department
Chief Seth C. DiSanto
222 Main St.
Newport VT 05855

newport-vt-patchFor Immediate Release

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

News Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Newport Police Charge Two After Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle

NEWPORT, Vermont — Chief Seth DiSanto reports that Newport Police arrested two people yesterday after they allegedly led police on a motor vehicle pursuit in a stolen SUV.

JUSTIN MORGAN, AGE 27, OF NEWPORT was charged with

  • Aggravated Operation without Owners Consent
  • Attempting to Elude, Grossly Negligent Operation
  • Excessive Speed
  • Attempted Aggravated Assault on a Police Officer (two counts)
  • Recklessly Endangering Another Person
  • Possessing Stolen Property

CARRIE TETREAULT, AGE 32, OF SHEFFIELD was charged with Aggravated Operation without Owners Consent.

Police were notified on Monday, April 29 that a white 2016 Toyota Rav4 had been stolen and was likely being operated by TETREAULT.  TETREAULT is known to police.

Newport Police officers were working a detail on Glen Road when they saw the vehicle at approximately 12:26 p.m , which they identified by its license plate. MORGAN is known to police, and Newport Police recognized him as the driver of the vehicle. TETREAULT was sitting in the passenger seat.

When police attempted to perform a motor vehicle stop, the vehicle took off at a high rate of speed after initially pulling over. The vehicle sped through a construction zone in the road, endangering the lives of workers, one of whom was placing cones and signs in the roadway.

The vehicle almost struck Sheriff Kirk Martin, who was deploying spike strips at the intersection of Fern Street and Glen Road, but the vehicle swerved onto a lawn.

The SUV reached speeds in excess of 90 miles per hour and nearly struck a pedestrian walking his dog on West Echo Lake Road.

After the vehicle got stuck in mud on Sanderson Hill Road, MORGAN and TETREAULT fled on foot. Police tracked them with the assistance of  K-9 Ozzy, and placed them under arrest after they were found running behind a residence on Route 5A.

During their pursuit, Newport Police were assisted by Vermont State Police and the  Orleans County Sheriff’s Department, including Deputy Tyler Jacobs and K-9 Jonah. They also received air support from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Vermont Fish and Wildlife.

“This was a dangerous incident involving two people fleeing from police in a stolen car who were willing to endanger the lives of pedestrians, road workers and police officers” Chief DiSanto said. “Due to the professionalism and teamwork of police officers from Newport and two of our partner agencies, we were able to effectively track, stop and locate these individuals, and no one was hurt during the reckless actions of the suspects. Thank you to the agencies who supported and assisted us in this incident yesterday, and to our Newport officers for their diligent work.”

MORGAN was held on $2,500 bail at Northern State Correctional Facility.

TETREAULT was released on the condition that she appear in court for arraignment. The suspects are scheduled to be arraigned in Orleans District Court on Tuesday.

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

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Newport Police Charge Man with Dealing Cocaine

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Newport Police Department
Chief Seth C. DiSanto
222 Main St.
Newport VT 05855

newport-vt-patchFor Immediate Release

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

News Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Newport Police Charge Man with Dealing Cocaine

NEWPORT, Vermont — Chief Seth DiSanto reports that an investigation by Newport Police has resulted in the arrest of a suspected drug dealer and the seizure of a large quantity of drugs.

In February, the Newport Police Department began receiving anonymous tips that a man was selling cocaine and unknown “pills” at and outside of the American Legion on Veterans Avenue, which borders the property of North Country Union High School.

On March 1, Police Sgt. Charles Moulton was observing the area of the American Legion when another anonymous tip was provided that the person of interest was operating a GMC pickup truck. Sgt. Moulton made note of a dark grey GMC Canyon in the parking lot. Police received numerous additional tips in March about a man driving a GMC Canyon, selling cocaine during the evenings.

The investigation culminated on Friday, March 29, when intelligence garnered by investigators indicated that the suspect would be in the area that night, selling cocaine.

Officers made a traffic stop of the suspect’s vehicle. After an on-scene investigation, which included the use of Officer Joshua Lillis and K-9 Ozzy, it was determined that drugs were likely in the vehicle. During the on-scene investigation, K-9 Ozzy “alerted” on the truck several times indicating the presence of an illicit substance.

The suspect’s truck and clothing was seized, and later searched after police obtained a warrant. Police found nearly 3 ounces of white powdery substance, cash and two iPhones during their search of the truck and clothing.

As a result of the investigation, GLENN PORTER, AGE 54, OF LUNENBURG was arrested.

PORTER was charged with Possession of Cocaine, Attempted Sale of Cocaine, and Conspiracy to Sell Cocaine. He was arraigned at Orleans County Superior Court on Tuesday, April 9.

“In no small part due to the detail oriented, vigilant investigation by our officers coupled with the vital support of citizens who do not want a drug dealer operating in their community, we were recently able to identify, locate and arrest a drug dealer in Newport,” Chief DiSanto said. “I commend the officers for their hard work, as well as our citizens who came forward anonymously to report this activity.”

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Video: Newport Police Provide Tips for Identifying Counterfeit Bills

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Newport Police Department
Chief Seth C. DiSanto
222 Main St.
Newport VT 05855

newport-vt-patchFor Immediate Release

Thursday, March 14, 2019

News Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Newport Police Provide Tips for Identifying Counterfeit Bills

NEWPORT, VERMONT — Chief Seth DiSanto announces that the Newport Police Department and its law enforcement partners are actively investigating incidents involving counterfeit money, and encourages business owners to take care to ensure cash they receive is authentic.

Newport Police and the United States Secret Service are actively investigating several cases in which counterfeit $100 bills were provided to area businesses. To help business owners more easily authenticate bills, Newport Police encourage them to watch this short video by the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing.

To identify counterfeit notes, people handling cash should:

  • Feel the paper: It should feel slightly rough to the touch
  • Tilt the note: Denominations $10 and higher have color shifting numerals and a liberty bell that change from copper to green when tilted. Additionally, higher denominations feature holographic security ribbons.
  • Shine a light on the note: Holding the bill to light will expose a water mark identical to the portrait on notes $10 and higher, while $5 notes have two watermarks featuring the numeral 5. Additionally, the security ribbon should be visible from both sides of the note when held to light.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury recommends the following strategies if you suspect a counterfeit note has been passed:

  • Do not put yourself in danger
  • Do not return the bill to the passer
  • Delay the passer with an excuse, if possible
  • Observe the passer’s description – and their companions’ descriptions – and write down their vehicle license plate numbers if you can.
  • Contact your local police department OR call your local U.S. Secret Service Office.
  • Write your initials and date in the white border area of the suspected counterfeit note.
  • DO NOT handle the counterfeit note. Place it inside a protective cover, a plastic bag, or envelope to protect it until you place it in the hands of an IDENTIFIED Secret Service Agent.
  • Surrender the note or coin ONLY to a properly identified police officer or a Secret Service Special Agent, or mail it to your nearest U.S. Secret Service field office.

“Businesses should take care to ensure they are only accepting authentic currency, and should take these steps to protect themselves,” Chief DiSanto said. “Our officers are working in close partnership with the Secret Service and other law enforcement agencies to identify whoever is responsible for these counterfeit notes so that they may be held accountable.”

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Newport Police Arrest Man Following Shooting

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Newport Police Department
Chief Seth C. DiSanto
222 Main St.
Newport VT 05855

newport-vt-patchFor Immediate Release

Friday, Feb. 1, 2019

News Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Newport Police Arrest Man Following Shooting

Larry Brown, Age 49, of Newport. (Courtesy Photo)

NEWPORT, VERMONT — Chief Seth DiSanto reports that the Newport Police Department arrested a man following a shooting incident last night.

LARRY BROWN, AGE 49, OF NEWPORT was arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault and While Committing a Felony.

On Thursday, Jan. 31, Newport Police initiated an investigation after a man arrived at the station and reported that BROWN had shot at him following an argument. The man alleged that BROWN fired two shots in his direction, but that neither round struck him.

Officers conducted a more thorough on-scene investigation at BROWN’S residence, where the altercation allegedly occurred. Through their investigation, officers determined that BROWN and the victim had been spending time together when an argument ensued, and that BROWN fired a weapon at the victim as he was leaving.

A spent shell casing was located on the ground at the scene and seized as evidence.

There were no injuries as a result of the incident.

BROWN was released on his own recognizance, on the condition that he not consume alcohol or be in the possession of any firerarms or deadly weapons, that he stay away from the victim and that he appear for his arraignment, which is scheduled for today at 12:30 p.m.

 

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