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Winhall police report: arrests, new vehicle cameras and taser training

Town of Winhall Selectboard · March 5, 2025
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Summary

Chief Tienken reported February activity including assistance at a Manchester plane crash, hiring interviews, arrests for identity theft and DUI, new in‑vehicle cameras for all police vehicles, completion of taser training, and a $1,400 rebate on a repaired Chevy Tahoe.

Chief Tienken reviewed the February police report, citing traffic enforcement (tickets and warnings), vehicle accidents, property‑watch checks, alarms, animal control matters, and medical and agency assists in and around Winhall and Stratton Mountain Resort. He said the department assisted at a plane crash in Manchester and has completed interviews related to hiring a new full‑time police officer.

The chief reported several arrests, including an individual for identity theft, one for driving with a criminally suspended license, and a DUI. He said all department vehicles have been outfitted with new cameras, and repairs to a Chevy Tahoe were completed with a $1,400 rebate. Taser training was completed; the chief also noted minor damage to his cruiser.