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Excessive Speed- Rockingham

Incident: 25WHC005532
Date: 11/25/25
Location: 1790 Rockingham Rd, Rockingham
Investigating Deputy: Sgt. Norton #166

Accused: Paul J. Dowd
Age: 56
City & State of Residence: Avon, CT

Charges: Excessive Speed

Description: On 11/25/25 at approximately 1151 hours, Paul J. Dowd was stopped by the Windham County Sheriff's Office after the vehicle he was operating was observed traveling 89 mph in the posted 50 mph speed zone on Rockingham Rd. The operator was released from the scene on a citation to appear in the Windham Superior Court, Criminal Division at a later date. He was also issued a traffic ticket for the civil speeding violation.

Court Date: 02/24/26
Bail: N/A

Two arrested for Fentanyl Trafficking - Shag Bark Hill, Putney

Incident: 25WHC005332
Date: 11/08/2025
Location: Shag Bark Hill, Putney, Vermont
Investigating Deputy: Deputy Thomas Raymond
Assisted by: Detective Sergeant Mario Checchi, Deputy Truman Southworth

Accused: Michael Sykie
Age: 45
City & State of Residence: Charlestown, New Hampshire

Charges:

1) Fentanyl Trafficking
2) Possession of cocaine
3) Possession of a deadly weapon in the commission of a felony
4) Violation of conditions of release X3
5) Unlawful Trespass

Accused: Joshua Snide
Age: 40
City & State of Residence: Chester, Vermont

Charges:

1) Fentanyl Trafficking
2) Possession of cocaine
3) Possession of a deadly weapon in the commission of a felony
4) Violation of conditions of release X3
5) Unlawful Trespass


Description: On November 8th, 2025, deputies with the Windham County Sheriff's Office responded to a report trespassing at an address on Shag bark Hill in Putney, Vermont. When deputies arrived, they located a vehicle attempting to leave the property and made contact with two males identified as Michael Sykie of Charlestown, New Hampshire and Joshua Snide of Chester, Vermont. While speaking with both occupants deputies observed drug paraphernalia inside of the vehicle. Both occupants denied consent to search the vehicle and the vehicle was subsequently seized pending the application of a search warrant. Sykie and Snide were then issued a criminal citation for unlawful trespass and released from the scene.

On November 14th, 2025 deputies executed a court approved search warrant on the seized vehicle and located several containers and a plastic tied bag with purple powder inside that later tested presumptively positive for fentanyl. Deputies also located a small amount of cocaine, and a loaded firearm inside of the vehicle.

On 11/20/2025 Sykie turned himself in to the Windham County Sheriff's Office and was processed for the aforementioned charges.




Court Date: 01/27/2026
Bail:

Arrest on Warrant/ Court

Incident: 25WHC005443
Date: 11/19/2025
Location: Vermont Superior Court
Investigating Deputy: David M. Whittle

Accused: James M. Smith
Age: 32
City & State of Residence: Brattleboro, VT

Charges: Arrest on Warrant

Description: On 11/19/2025 I arrested James M. Smith on an outstanding Warrant out of Windham County for failure to Appear for a Status Conference on 11/13/2025. He was not able to post bail and was held until seen by the Judge.

Court Date: 11/19/2025
Bail: $1,000.00

Criminal DLS / LSA Arrest - Westminster

Incident: 25WHC005472
Date: 11/20/2025
Location: Route 5 / Westminster Station Market, Westminster, Vermont
Investigating Deputy: Deputy Thomas Raymond, Detective Sergeant Mario Checchi

Accused: Annalicia Blake
Age: 36
City & State of Residence: Marlboro, Vermont

Charges:

1) Criminal DLS

2) Leaving the Scene of an accident

Description: On the aforementioned date and time deputies with the Windham County Sheriff's Office responded to the Westminster Station Market for a reported hit and run accident. Subsequent investigation revealed that Annalicia Blake of Marlboro Vermont had operated a motor vehicle with a criminally suspended license and backed into a parked vehicle in a parking lot. Blake then left the scene without exchanging information.

Blake was later located and placed under arrest for the above charges. Blake was transported to the Windham County Sheriff's Office to be processed an released on a citation to appear in court at a later date.

Court Date: 01/27/2025
Bail: N/A

Excessive Speed Arrest - Vernon

Incident: 25WHC005457
Date: 11/19/2025
Location: Route 142
Investigating Deputy: Deputy Thomas Raymond

Accused: Juvenile
Age: 18
City & State of Residence: Vernon, Vermont

Charges:

1) Excessive Speed

Description:

On the aforementioned date and time, a deputy with the Windham County Sheriff's Office observed a vehicle speeding well in excess of the posted 50 mile per hour speed limit. The deputy confirmed on radar the truck was traveling at a speed of 89 miles per hour in a posted 50 miles per hour. The operator was issued a civil ticket for his speed and a criminal citation to appear at a later date.

Court Date: 12/30/2025
Bail: Released on citation

Fugitive arrest-Westminster

Incident: 25WHC005502
Date: 11/21/25
Location: Pine Banks Rd. Westminster, VT
Investigating Deputies: Det. Sgt. M. Checchi, Deputy T. Raymond, Deputy R. Levesque

Accused: Devon Hardy
Age: 26
City & State of Residence: California

Charges: Fugitive from Justice, Arrest on Warrant-In-State

Description: On November 21st, 2025, Deputies with the Windham County Sheriff's Office arrested Devon Hardy of California at a residence on Pine Banks Rd. in Westminster, VT. Hardy had an active arrest warrant issued by the State of New Hampshire as well as an active in-state arrest warrant in the State of Vermont. Hardy was processed at the Windham County Sheriff's Office where he was ordered held on $50,000 cash or surety bond for the Fugitive from Justice charge as well as $200 for the VT in-state arrest warrant. Hardy was lodged at the Southern State Correctional Facility and issued a criminal citation to appear on 11/24/25.

Court Date: 11/24/25
Bail: $50,000-Fugitive from Justice
$200-In-state arrest warrant

Lewd and Lascivious Conduct arrest-Londonderry

Incident: 25WHC002874
Location: Trailside Condos-Londonderry, VT
Investigating Deputy: Det. Sgt. M. Checchi

Accused: Jason S. Ellis
Age: 44
City & State of Residence: Dedham, MA

Charges: Lewd and Lascivious Conduct

Description: On June 4th, 2025, the Windham County Sheriff's Office began an investigation into a report of an individual who acted in a lewd and lascivious manner, which occurred at the Trailside Condos in Londonderry, VT. Investigation revealed that the individual in question was Jason S. Ellis of Dedham, MA.

On 11/20/25, Ellis was arrested at the Windham County Sheriff's Office by a Detective and appeared in the Vermont Superior Court-Criminal Division-Windham Unit the same day.

Court Date: 11/20/25
Bail: N/A

DUI and Negligent Operation Arrest - Westminster

Incident: 25WHC005427
Date: 11/15/2025
Location: I-91 Access Road
Investigating Deputy: Deputy Thomas Raymond

Accused: Jennifer Barr
Age: 36
City & State of Residence: Springfield, Vermont

Charges:

1) Driving under the influence third offense

2) Negligent operation of a motor vehicle

Description: On the aforementioned date and time a deputy responded to a vehicle off the roadway on the I-91 Access Road. Subsequent investigation determined the vehicles operator identified as Jennifer Barr of Springfield, Vermont had failed to safely turn onto the I-91 on Ramp and went off the road. Barr was then screened and later arrested for driving under the influence.

Barr was transported to the Windham County Sheriff's Office and processed. Once processing was complete Barr was transported to Southern State Correctional Facility to be held until sober.

Court Date: 12/02/2025
Bail: Lodged till sober

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