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Sexual Assault Arrest

Incident: 25WHC003333
Date: July 2025
Location: Rockingham St. Bellows Falls, VT
Investigating Deputy: Det Sgt. M. Checchi

Accused: Ryan J. Etheze
Age: 35
City & State of Residence: Raymond, NH

Charges:
1. Sexual Assault-No consent-Attempt;
2. Assault-Aggravated;
3. Lewd-Lascivious Conduct;

Description: In July of 2025, the Windham County Sheriff's Office began an investigation into Ryan Etheze for sexual assault. Investigation revealed that Etheze attempted to sexually assault a female. Probable cause also existed to charge Etheze with Aggravated Assault and Lewd and Lascivious Conduct stemming from this incident.

A Detective with the Windham County Sheriff's Office applied for and was granted an arrest warrant for Etheze in October of 2025. Over the course of several months, the Windham County Sheriff's Office attempted to locate Etheze with the assistance of other law enforcement agencies in Vermont and New Hampshire. Etheze surrendered to deputies on 1/7/26 where he was held without bail and lodged at the Southern State Correctional Facility. Etheze will be seen in court on 1/8/26 at 1 pm.

The Windham County Sheriff's Office would like to thank the Orleans County Sheriff's Office, the Bellows Falls Police Department, and the Bow and Raymond (NH) Police Departments for their assistance.

Court Date: 1/8/26
Bail: Hold Without Bail