Press Release

Incident: Negligent Operation, Criminal Suspended License
Date: 08/08/2025
Location: Rt 5 Coventry
Investigating Deputy: David Garces

Accused: Jacob Dufresne
Age: 37
City & State of Residence: Newport, VT

Charges: Negligent Operation, DLS

Description: On 08/08/2025 at approximately 1800 hours, Deputy Garces patrolled RT 5 south in Coventry and observed a vehicle traveling north going 84 mph in a 50 mph zone. Deputy conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and it eventually came to a stop on High Acres Rd. Further investigation revealed that the operator did not have a driver's license. He was arrested and processed at the Sheriff's Department prior to his release.

Court Date: 09/30/2025

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