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Perron promoted to Chief of Staff

Brattleboro, VT — The Windham County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Perron to the position of Chief of Staff. Perron has demonstrated exceptional organizational leadership, strategic planning ability, and an unwavering commitment to public service during her tenure with the agency.

As Chief of Staff, Perron will support the Sheriff’s Office in managing day-to-day operations, coordinating interagency initiatives, and advancing organizational priorities that strengthen service delivery across Windham County. She will work closely with command staff, municipal partners, and community stakeholders to enhance administrative capacity, improve internal processes, and help execute long-term strategic goals.

“Jessica’s professionalism, integrity, and collaborative approach have made a measurable impact on our office,” said Sheriff Mark R. Anderson. “Her ability to navigate complex projects, support personnel, and maintain operational readiness has earned the respect of staff and partners alike. This promotion reflects both her capability and the trust she has built within our organization.”

Perron brings to the role a proven record of effective leadership in support functions critical to modern policing, including personnel development, policy administration, and community-focused programming. Her expanded responsibilities will help ensure efficient operations as the Sheriff’s Office continues to grow and diversify services throughout the county.

“I’m honored to continue serving Windham County in this new capacity,” Perron said. “I look forward to supporting our dedicated staff, collaborating with community partners, and contributing to initiatives that keep our residents safe and supported.”

The Sheriff’s Office remains committed to transparency, professional excellence, and responsive service to all communities within Windham County. Perron’s appointment strengthens that mission and supports continued innovation in local public safety.

Domestic Assault Arrest - Westminster

Incident: 25WHC004667
Date: 10/30/2025
Location: Old Athens Road
Investigating Deputy: Deputy Thomas Raymond, Detective Sergeant Mario Checchi

Accused: John Hayward
Age: 56
City & State of Residence:

Charges:

1) Domestic Assault

Description: On October 30th, 2025, deputies with the Windham County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a residence on Old Athens Road for a reported Domestic Assault. Subsequent investigation gave deputies probable cause to arrest John Hayward for the crime of domestic Assault.

Hayward was transported to the Windham County Sheriff's Office for processing. Hayward was then lodged at Southern State Correctional Facility in lieu of $200 bail. Hayward was also issued a criminal citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court - Criminal Division - Windham Unit on October 31st, 2025 at 1230.

Court Date: 10/31/2025
Lodged: Sothern State Correctional Facility
Bail: $200

Arrest on Warrant/Court

Incident: 25WHC005275
Date: 11/05/2025
Location: Vermont Superior Court
Investigating Deputy: David M. Whittle

Accused: Koree Hudgins
Age: 30
City & State of Residence: Brattleboro VT

Charges: Arrest on warrant

Description: On 11/05/2025 I arrested Koree Hudgins on an outstanding Warrant out of Windham County for failure to appear for Arraignment on 11/04/2025. She wasn’t able to post bail and was held until seen by the Judge.

Court Date: 11/05/2025
Bail: $200.00

Arrest on Warrant/Court

Incident: 25WHC005283
Date: 11/06/2025
Location: Vermont Superior Court
Investigating Deputy: David M.Whittle

Accused: Meghan E. Baldinelli
Age: 31
City & State of Residence: Brattleboro, VT

Charges: Arrest on warrant

Description: On 11/05/2025 I Arrested Meghan E. Baldinelli on sn outstanding Warrant out of Windham County for failure to appear on 03/27/2025 for Pre Trial Conference. She posted bail and was released with a Citation to appear in court.

Court Date: 11/06/2025
Bail: $200.00

Arrest on Warrant/Court

Incident: 25WHC005284
Date: 11/06/2025
Location: Vermont Superior Cout
Investigating Deputy: David M. Whittle

Accused: Michael T. Baxter
Age: 54
City & State of Residence: East Dover, VT

Charges: Arrest on warrant


Description: On 11/06/2025 I Arrested Michael T. Baxter on an outstanding Warrant out of Windham County for failure to appear on 10/28/2025 for Attorney or Appear Hearing. Bail was posted and he was given a Citation to appear in Court

Court Date: 11/06/2025
Bail: $200.00

Arrest on Warrants/Court

Incident: 25WHC005360
Date: 11/12/2025
Location: Vermont Superior Court
Investigating Deputy: David M. Whittle

Accused: Kevin G. Collins
Age: 52
City & State of Residence: Marlboro, VT

Charges: Arrest on warrant

Description: On 11/12/2025 I Arrested Kevin G. Collin’s on 2 outstanding Warrants out of Windham County Court for failure to appear on 08/26/2025 and 09/02/2025 for Arraignment. He did not post bail and was held until seen by the Judge.

Court Date: 11/12/2025
Bail: $100.00

Arrest on Warrant/ Court

Incident: 25WHC005404
Date: 11/14/2025
Location: Vermont Superior Court
Investigating Deputy: David M. Whittle

Accused: Colton J Bratton
Age: 34
City & State of Residence: Bellows Falls, VT

Charges: Arrest on warrant

Description: On 11/14/2025 I arrested Colton J. Bratton on an outstanding Warrant out of Windham County. He posted bail and was released with a Citation to appear in court.

Court Date: 11/14/2025
Bail: $100.00

Arrest on Warrant/Court

Incident: 25WHC005255
Date: 11/03/2025
Location: Vermont Superior Court
Investigating Deputy: David M. Whittle

Accused: Joshua Jones
Age: 29
City & State of Residence: Williamsville, VT

Charges: Arrest on Warrant

Description: On 11/03/2025 I arrested Joshua Jones on an outstanding Warrant out of Windham County for failing to appear on 10/21/2025 for an Arraignment. He was unable to post bail and was held until seen by the Judge.

Court Date: 11/03/2025
Bail: $50.00

Arrest on Warrant in Brattleboro

Incident: 25WHC005191
Date: 10/30/2025
Location: Vermont Superior Court
Investigating Deputy: David M. Whittle

Accused: George Gravatt
Age: 38
City & State of Residence: Guilford, Vermont

Charges: Arrest on Warrant

Description: On 10/30/2025 I arrested George Gravatt on an outstanding Warrant out of Windham County for failure to appear for a Status Conference. Bail was posted and he was released with a Citation to appear in court.

Court Date: 10/30/2025
Bail: $500.00

Westminster: Arrest on Warrant, Possession of Drugs, VCOR

Incident: 25WHC005134
Date: 10/24/2025
Location:US Route 5, Westminster, VT
Investigating Deputies:Detective Sergeant Mario Checchi, Deputy Richard Levesque
Assisting Deputies: Deputy Thomas Raymond

Accused:Lynn R. Ferguson
Age:39
City & State of Residence: Brattleboro, VT

Charges:
(1) Arrest on instate warrant
(2) Possession of cocaine
(3) Violations of conditions of release

Accused: Edmond French
Age: 56
City & State of Residence: Walpole, NH

Charges:Possession of cocaine

Description: On the aforementioned date and time a Deputy with the Windham County Sheriff's Office assigned to patrol in the towns of Putney and Westminster, conducted a motor vehicle stop on US Route 5 in Westminster.

Subsequent investigation revealed the passenger identified as Lynn R. Ferguson, to have an active in state warrant. It was also revealed that the second passenger identified as Edmond French, was in possession of suspected Crack Cocaine.

While in custody, Ferguson admitted to having a glass pipe containing suspected Crack Cocaine concealed on her person which was also a violation of her conditions of release.

Both suspects were brought to the Bellows Falls Police Department for processing.

French was released with a citation to appear in Windham Superior Court at a later date.
Ferguson was cited to appear in Windham Superior Court at a later date, and transported to Southern State Correctional Facility where she was held in leu of $5000.00 bail.


Court Date Ferguson:10/27/25 & 12/02/25
Bail:$5000.00

Court Date French: 12/02/25
Bail: None