Northfield Police Department

11/06/2023

CASE #: 23NF001118
RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME:
Officer Monica Welch
CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181

DATE/TIME: October 13th, 2023; 2142 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: Cumberland Farms, Northfield, VT

ACCUSED: Korey Dalley
AGE: 29
VIOLATION: Assault and Robbery

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
Northfield Police Department was able to identify Dalley as the suspect of the Cumberland Farms robbery through a thorough investigation. Dalley was arrested on 11/3/2023 for a warrant.

Dalley was issued a citation to appear in front of a judge at the Washington County Criminal Court on November 6th, 2023, at 1230 hours. Dalley will answer to multiple charges at this hearing

11/06/2023

11/04/2023

Just a reminder. Hope to see you there.

11/03/2023

***PSA Parking Ban quickly approaching please spread the word and share***

11/02/2023

Case # : 23NF0001239
Rank/Officer: Cpl Michael Gero and Ofc Monica Welch
Contact #: 802-485-9181

Date/Time: 11/2/2023 at 0431 hrs
Incident Location: Northfield PD

Violation: Aggravated Domestic Assault and Violation Conditions of Release
Accused: Darries Benjamin
Age: 21
City/State of Residence: Northfield, VT

Summary of Incident:
On 11/2/2023 at approximately 0431 hours a Northfield PD officer was dispatched to a residence for a reported assault. Subsequent investigation found Benjamin caused bodily injury to a household member. Benjamin was taken into custody and brought to Northfield PD for processing. He was lodged for lack of $10,000 bail pending arraignment. Benjamin is scheduled to appear in Washington Superior Court-Criminal Division on 11/2/2023

Court Action: Y
Court Date/Time: 11/2/2023 at 1230 hours
Lodged: NECC
Bail: $10,000

*please note Northfield PD does not release the names of victims from sexual or domestic violence cases. Court date and times are subject to change*

11/01/2023

Case # : 23NF0001236
Rank/Officer: Ofc Monica Welch
Contact #: 802-485-9181

Date/Time: 11/1/2023 at 0912 hrs
Incident Location: Northfield PD

Violation: Arrest Warrant
Accused: Kevin Zweeres
Age: 47
City/State of Residence: Northfield, VT

Summary of Incident:
On the above date and time Zweeres came into the Northfield Police Department advising he had a warrant. Zweeres was transported to Washington County Courthouse without issue as he was compliant. Zweeres was released and issued a citation to appear at the Chittenden County Superior Court for a later date.

11/01/2023

What a great turn out, even with the cold temp!! Chief Gomez and Officer Welch had a great time seeing all the costumes and kids! See you next Halloween for another trunk or Treat!! 👻

10/27/2023

Press Release

CASE #: 23NF001213

RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME: Officer Brian Gosselin, Ofc Monica Welch
CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181

DATE/TIME: October 27th, 2023; 0240h

INCIDENT LOCATION: Union Brook
VIOLATION: 2nd Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault; 3x counts Disorderly Conduct

ACCUSED: Timothey Reynolds
AGE: 20
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield, VT


SUMMARY OF INCIDENT: On10/27/2023 at approximately 0240hours, a Northfield PD officer was dispatched to a residence for a reported assault. Subsequent investigation found Reynolds caused bodily injury to a household member as well as engaged in fighting and tumultuous behavior with three other household members. Reynolds was found to have previous Domestic Assault convictions in the last 10 years. Reynolds was taken into custody and brought to Northfield PD for processing. He was lodged for lack of bail pending arraignment. Reynolds is scheduled to appear in Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division on 8/27/2023.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 8/27/23; 1230hrs COURT: Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED – NECC BAIL: $500

*Please note: court date and time are subject to change

10/24/2023

Case: 23NF001187
Rank/Officer full name: Corporal Michael Gero
Contact: 802-485-9181
Date/time: October 23, 2023 approx. 2011 hrs
Incident location: 25 Vt Rt 12A, Northfield

10/23/2023

It’s spooky season!

Officer Welch was feeling festive and carved a pumpkin for the PD.

She wanted to remind everyone next week is Halloween, which means Trunk or Treat on the Common on the 31st!

As always stay safe 🎃👻

10/15/2023

It’s getting closer to that time of year, here is a reminder of what is coming…..

10/14/2023

**correction on time of the robbery**.

NPD got notification at 21:41 hours and was on scene at 21:54. Sirens heard after that time most likely was one or more of the other agencies that assisted.

10/14/2023

10/14/2023

CASE #: 23NF001118

RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME: Officer Monica Welch

CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181

DATE/TIME: October 13th, 2023; 2115 hours

INCIDENT LOCATION: Cumberland Farms, Northfield, VT

VIOLATION: Armed Robbery

***NORTHFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT ASKS FOR THE PUBLICS ASSISTANCE***

On the above date and time, an unknown male went into Cumberland Farms, and robbed a clerk at gunpoint. Please see the attached photos.

If you have any information on this male, please reach out to the Northfield Police Department.

Any and all tips are greatly appreciated.

10/04/2023

**** PSA****

Public Service Announcement:
FEMA and NOAA will be conducting a national-level Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (PAWS) test on Wednesday (10/4) at 2:20 PM EDT. Test messages will be sent to TVs and radios through the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and cell phones through Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA).
All major U.S. wireless providers participate in Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) and will transmit the national test to their subscribers. All connected and capable cell phones (with alert notification turned on) should receive the test. Phones should only receive the test once.
Additionally, the required NOAA Weather Radio weekly test will proceed as normal around 11 AM EDT.
Additional information from FEMA;
Beginning at approximately 2:20 p.m., cell towers will broadcast the signal for approximately 30 minutes. During this time, WEA-compatible wireless phones that are switched on, within range of an active cell tower, and whose wireless provider participates in WEA, should be capable of receiving the test message. To help ensure that these alerts are accessible to the entire public, including people with disabilities, the alerts are accompanied by a unique tone and vibration.

08/28/2023

An item of jewelry was located by 233 North Main St in Northfield. It is at the PD. If you can identify it then its obviously yours. Stop in if you've lost jewelry.

08/09/2023

Press Release

CASE #: 23NF000755

RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME: Officers Welch and Gosselin

CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181

DATE/TIME: August 7th and 8th of 2023

INCIDENT LOCATION: Northfield VT

VIOLATION: Fugative From Justice

ACCUSED: Jackson Haught (09/11/1998)

AGE: 25 y/o

CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield, VT

VICTIM: n/a

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

Northfield Police officers served paperwork on Haught, during this it was revealed to the officers that Haught had an extraditable warrant out of Florida for contacting a victim whom he had previously assaulted.

**Northfield Police Department does not release the names of victims of sexual assault or domestic violence**

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 08/08/2023

COURT: Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED: ST J Correctional Facility

BAIL: N/A- AWAITING extradition from Vermont to Florida

08/03/2023

This backpack was left at a Burglary scene. If you know whose it is please call the PD at 8024859181 or reach out on FB IM. Thanks.

07/28/2023

CASE #: 23NF000712

RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME: Officer Monica Welch

CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181

DATE/TIME: July 26th, 2023

INCIDENT LOCATION: Northfield, VT

VIOLATION: Violation of Conditions of Release

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On July 26th, 2023, at approximately 1438 hours, Northfield Police were notified of a violation of conditions of release. The youthful offender was issued a citation to appear in Washington County Court July 28th, 2023.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 03/16/2023 at 0830 hours

COURT: Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: N/A

BAIL: N/A

07/21/2023

Ofc Welch assisted Fish and Wildlife with a trapped baby skunk the other day. Watch the action.

07/10/2023

***FLOOD UPDATES***

NPD will update as more information becomes available.

**STAY AWAY from the Water. River banks, road edges,etc are undercut and will give way. The water is EXTREMELY DANGEROUS ***

**Northfield HS and Plumley Armory have been set up as Emergency Shelters**

Roads/Bridges NOT Passable:

Town Highway and Ambulance Building

Water St Closed at Both Ends

VT12A Water over the Road at Gillespies

Stony Brook at Gillespies

Aseltine at the Union Brook side

Loop Rd from the Vt Rt 64 side

Slaughter House Rd

Cox Brook Rd at the first bridge

Cox Brook Rd at second bridge flooded/Horse Lane home owner notified

Lovers Lane

Berlin Pond Rd off Rt 64 near Sanders Dr

Locations that have been Notified in Person of Recommended Evacuation:

KT Lane Trailer Park/ Rt 12

Dogwood Glen Buildings Rt 12 (all buildings A-F advised)

Senior Housing 144/142 Wall St at Water st

07/04/2023

Happy Independence Day!

06/20/2023

CASE #: 23NF000557

RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME: Officer Monica Welch
CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181

DATE/TIME: June 20th, 2023; 0622 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: VT Main St, Northfield, VT

VIOLATION:
-Attempted Murder
-Aggravated Domestic Assault with a Deadly Weapon
-Reckless Endangerment

ACCUSED: Denis Magoon (DOB: 07/21/1997)
AGE: 26
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On the above date and time Northfield Police Department were called to a residence for an assault. Upon arrival officers discovered the victim was stabbed multiple times by Dennis Magoon. The victim was transported to treat the critical injuries.

*Northfield Police Department does not release the names of victims of domestic violence or sexual assault*

COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 06/20/2023 at 1300 hours
COURT: Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: NA
BAIL: No Bail

06/20/2023

CASE #: 23NF000554

RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME: Officer Brian Gosselin

CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181

DATE/TIME: June 18, 2023; 1930h

INCIDENT LOCATION: Northfield Falls Trailer Park

VIOLATION: Assault on Police Officer, Resisting Arrest

ACCUSED: Gary A Smith
AGE: 55
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:

On 6/18/2023, at approximately 1930h, a Northfield PD Officer, with the assistance of a Berlin PD officer, attempted to serve Smith an Abuse Prevention Order (APO). Smith refused to comply with the terms of the APO and fought with the officers, leading to his arrest. Smith was lodged at the Northeast Correctional Complex for lack of bail and has been ordered to appear in Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division on 6/19/2023.

COURT ACTION: Y

COURT DATE/TIME: 6/19/2023; 1230 hours

COURT: Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division

LODGED - LOCATION: Northeast Correctional Complex

BAIL: $1,000

06/13/2023

Press Release

Cpl Michael Gero

On 06/11/2023 at approximately 2306 hours, Northfield PD responded to a reported car off the road into a residence’s parked cars on Union Brook Road. Subsequent investigation led to the citation of Alonza Wood age 47 of Northfield, Vermont, for DUI #3 Refusal. She is scheduled to appear in Washington County Superior Court, Criminal Division July 27th at 0930 hours.

06/10/2023

***Sumner Goodell Arrested on Warrant ***

Located in Randolph VT Yesterday June 21. Lodged on Bail.

Northfield PD is currently looking for Sumner Goodell, 28, of Berlin. Goodell has 3 outstanding warrants, one of which is for Assault and Robbery. Do not approach or confront Goodell. If you know the location of Goodell please contact NPD at 8022299191 and choose Option 3 to speak with a dispatcher. Ask for the on duty NPD officer to report your sighting. You can also reach NPD on FB IM. Thank you for your assistance in advance.

12/23/2022

***PSA***

Power has been out at the PD most of the day. If you have a call for service please dial 8022299191, choose option 8 to get a live dispatcher and then ask for the shift officer. The VSP dispatcher will connect you to the officers cell phone.

12/22/2022

DATE OF RELEASE: December 21, 2022

TO: LOCAL MEDIA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE and DISTRIBUTION

FROM: NORTHFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT

R/E: DUI, Careless and Negligent, Assault on a Police Officer/EMS worker and Resisting Arrest

DATE OF EVENT(S): December 21, 2022

INVESTIGATING OFFICER(S): Detective Karie Tucker

SUMMARY: On December 21, 2022, Shelby Chicoine (36 years of age, of Northfield) was arrested for DUI, Assault on a Police Officer, Careless and Negligence and Resisting Arrest.

On December 21, 2022 Northfield Police were dispatched to the report of a crash on Main St. Upon arrival, the officer spoke to Chicoine who was responsible for the collision, and observed the odor of intoxicants on Chicoine's breath. Choicoine admitted to having drank the night prior, however refused sobriety tests and the preliminary breath test.

The officer attempted to take Chicoine into custody and Chicoine refused to follow direction and stuck her hand in her pocket. After receiving assistance from EMS personnel, Chiocoine was handcuffed and upon putting her into the back of the cruiser, Chicoine kicked at both the Northfield EMS and Northfield Police Officer, attempting to hit them.

Chicoine was taken into custody and processed at the Northfield Police Department and later issued a citation to appear at the Washington County Superior Court on January 5, 2022 at 0830 hours.

12/21/2022

DATE OF RELEASE: December 21, 2022

TO: LOCAL MEDIA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE and DISTRIBUTION

FROM: NORTHFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT

R/E: Assault on an EMS worker

DATE OF EVENT(S): December 11, 2022

INVESTIGATING OFFICER(S): Detective Karie Tucker

SUMMARY: On December 20, 2022, Renee Herring (22 years of age, of Northfield) was cited for assault on EMS worker(s).

On December 11, 2022 Northfield Police were dispatched to the report of a female who had passed out on Central St. Northfield EMS went to the incident and brought the female, found to be Herring, to Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC).

The officer met EMS at CVMC and observed Herring to be on the ground outside the bay at CVMC. Herring was assisted into the building. The officer spoke with EMS workers who advised Herring had been combative and Herring had kicked them inside the ambulance while on the way to the hospital. Herring then had tried to get out while at the hospital, falling onto one EMS worker.

Herring was issued a citation to appear at the Washington County Superior Court on January 26, 2023 at 0830 hours.

12/21/2022

DATE OF RELEASE: December 21, 2022

TO: LOCAL MEDIA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE and DISTRIBUTION

FROM: NORTHFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT

R/E: Gross Careless and Negligence, and False Information to a Police Officer

DATE OF EVENT(S): December 16, 2022

INVESTIGATING OFFICER(S): Detective Karie Tucker

SUMMARY: On December 16, 2022, David Audette and Doreen Audette (both 49 years of age of Northfield, VT) were cited in relation to an incident that occurred on December 9, 2022. David was cited for Gross Careless and Negligent operation of a vehicle, and Doreen was cited for False Information to a police officer.

On December 9, 2022 Northfield Police were dispatched to the report of a motor vehicle off of the roadway in the intersection of Union Brook Rd and West Hill Rd. There was no one on scene but alcoholic containers were observed in the vehicle.

The officer went to the residence where Doreen advised David had not been home. Doreen later advised she would go look for David, however she did not know what time he got home, and was not able to locate him.

The officer made contact with David several days later and advised they knew he had been driving under the influence, to which David agreed.

David and Doreen were issued citations to appear at the Washington County Superior Court on January 12, 2023 at 0830 hours.

12/21/2022

DATE OF RELEASE: December 21, 2022

TO: LOCAL MEDIA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE and DISTRIBUTION

FROM: NORTHFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT

R/E: Aggravated Domestic, Interference with Access to Emergency Services, Children Present

DATE OF EVENT(S): December 16, 2022

INVESTIGATING OFFICER(S): Detective Karie Tucker

SUMMARY: On December 16, 2022, Dazon Williams (22 years of age, of Springfield MA) was arrested for Aggravated Domestic Assault, Interference with Access to Emergency Services, all while children were present.

On December 16, 2022 I was dispatched to the report of an ongoing domestic located in the Falls area of Northfield. Berlin Police and VSP Berlin assisted. Upon arrival I spoke with Williams who denied any wrongdoing. The victim advised Williams had strangled the victim until the point that the victim could not breathe, and the night prior had stabbed the victim with a sharp metal broom handle. The victim also advised of several black and blues, which were observed. The victim advised Williams punches the victim all the time and also had put the victim through the door the prior night.

Williams was held without bail through the weekend with a court date set for December 19, 2022 at 1230 hours at the Washington County Superior Court.

12/16/2022

NPD'S Ofc. Monica Welch graduated the Vermont Police Academy today. Congratulations Monica!!!

12/08/2022

Press Release
Northfield PD

November 5, 2022

Ofc Brian Gosselin and Karie Tucker

NPD responded to Norwich University for a intoxicated student who was being disorderly and threatening with a knife.

NPD took a Youthful Offender, 19, into custody and lodged him at Northeast Correctional on charges of Criminal Threatening and Aggravated Disorderly Conduct.

The YO was arraigned at Washington County Court later that day.

12/05/2022

DATE OF RELEASE: December 3, 2022
TO: LOCAL MEDIA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE and DISTRIBUTION
FROM: NORTHFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT
DATE OF EVENT(S): November 22-24, 2022

INVESTIGATING OFFICER(S): Officer Karie Tucker

SUMMARY: On November 29, 2022 Victor Maldonado-Avila (22 years of age, of Barre), was taken to St Johnsbury to the Northeast Correctional Complex by Barre probation and parole, and issued a citation to appear in court for Gross Careless and Negligent Operation, and Reckless Endangerment.

Avila was currently on furlough with Barre Corrections when this incident occurred.

On December 3, 2022, Youthful Offender (20 years of age, of Northfield), was issued a citation to court for Operating a vehicle without Owners' Consent, and Accessory to Aggravated Careless and Negligent Operation.

On November 23, 2022 the Northfield Police Department received a phone call in regards to a vehicle that had not been returned. The victim advised they had loaned their vehicle to YO, who advised she would return it the night of November 22, 2022. The victim advised YO had not done so.

The vehicle was located in Barre at Avila's residence. Crosstown Towing was called to take the vehicle. Upon arrival, the driver for Crosstown Towing, observed Avila get into the driver's side of the vehicle, with YO in the passengers' side. Avila almost ran into the tow truck driver while trying to back out of the area, and drive around the tow truck.

Based on this information, Avila and YO were cited into the Washington County Superior Court for December 15, 2022 at 0830 hours

12/01/2022

CASE #: 22NF001275
RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME: Officer Brian Gosselin
CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181
DATE/TIME: November 30, 2022; 2000 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: King St

VIOLATION: Domestic Assault

ACCUSED: Youthful Offender
AGE: 18
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 11/30/22, at approximately 2003 hours, a Northfield PD officer was dispatched to a residence for a reported assault. Subsequent investigation found an 18-year-old caused bodily injury to a family member. The youthful offender left the scene prior to the officer’s arrival. The youthful offender was issued a juvenile citation by Barre City PD. The youthful offender is scheduled to appear in Washington Superior Court – Juvenile Division on 1/5/2023.

COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 01/05/2023; 0830hrs
COURT: Washington Superior Court – Juvenile Division
LODGED – N/A
BAIL: N/A

11/30/2022

Missing Wallet was turned in to the PD on November 29, 2022. If it is yours please contact the PD 802-485-9181 or on Face Book IM. Please be prepared to describe the wallet and what is in it. Thanks.

11/29/2022

CASE #: 22NF001267
RANK/OFFICER FULL NAME: Officer Brian Gosselin
CONTACT #: (802) 485-9181
DATE/TIME: November 28, 2022; 1856 hours
INCIDENT LOCATION: South Main St

VIOLATION: DUI

ACCUSED: Nickolas Morey
AGE: 37
CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE: Northfield, VT

SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:
On 11/28/22, at approximately 1856 hours, Northfield Police responded to a report of minor two vehicle crash without injuries on South Main St in Northfield, VT. Subsequent investigation led to the arrest of one of the vehicle operators, Nickolas Morey, for suspicion of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Morey was processed and released on a citation to appear in Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division on 12/15/2022.

COURT ACTION: Y
COURT DATE/TIME: 12/15/2022; 0830 hours
COURT: Washington Superior Court - Criminal Division
LODGED - LOCATION: N/A
BAIL: N/A