By Keep Vermont Safe,
Justin Kirby, 39, was arrested on multiple felony charges in late January after a string of alleged crimes in Coventry, including burglary, car theft, and property damage.
On January 26, police responded to a stolen vehicle report. A resident reported her Volvo missing after leaving it unattended for 10–15 minutes. The car was later found crashed on Lane Road, with evidence suggesting an attempt had been made to tow it. Surveillance footage from a nearby farm showed a man matching Kirby’s description attempting to move the car.
Later that evening, a call came in from Hancock Hill, reporting a man attempting to enter vehicles. Shortly thereafter, another homeowner reported an intruder had kicked in her back door and taken a soda from her refrigerator.
State Police arrested Kirby, who was wearing clothing matching the surveillance footage. He admitted to stealing the car but denied involvement in other crimes. Kirby, who has prior charges including retail theft and drug possession, pleaded not guilty. His bail was set at $5,000.
Homeless Man Arrested After Breaking Into Waterford Home
On February 12, 2025, Vermont State Police arrested Anthony Heath, 33, of St. Johnsbury after he allegedly broke into a home on Cross Road in Waterford.
Troopers and Essex County deputies responded to a 911 call reporting Heath breaking windows to gain entry. When officers arrived, they found Heath inside the kitchen eating a sandwich.
Police say Heath used a farm milk jug to break the door’s glass before entering. He was found to be in violation of three court-ordered conditions of release, including a restriction against being at the residence. Heath was also non-compliant with the Sex Offender Registry.
He was lodged at the Northeast Correctional Complex in St. Johnsbury and is scheduled to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court on February 13.
Rutland Man Arrested for Domestic Assault in Burlington
On February 11, 2025, Burlington Police arrested Stefan James Kluckner Jr., 47, of Rutland City, for aggravated domestic assault.
Officers responded to Pearl Street at 4:16 AM for an assault report. Kluckner allegedly caused bodily harm to a victim and prevented them from calling 911. The victim was transported to the University of Vermont Medical Center.
Kluckner was taken into custody and charged with second-degree aggravated domestic assault, unlawful restraint, interference with emergency services, and unlawful mischief.
Kluckner’s criminal history includes:
10 failures to appear in court,
9 convictions for violating court orders,
37 prior misdemeanor convictions, including one for an assaultive crime.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Burlington Police at (802) 658-2704. Resources for domestic violence victims include:
Vermont Network: (802) 223-1302
Steps to End Domestic Violence: (802) 658-1996
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Concord Man Arrested After Eluding Police
Joshua Chase, 33, of Concord, VT, was arrested after attempting to flee from police in Sheffield.
On February 6, Troopers attempted to stop a vehicle for a motor vehicle violation. The driver refused to stop, and Troopers disengaged. A week later, on February 13, Troopers identified Chase walking along VT-122 and arrested him.
Chase initially provided a false identity and then attempted to flee on foot before being taken into custody. Police found narcotics on him and later discovered additional drugs during a search at the correctional facility.
Chase was found to be in violation of his parole and was held without bail. He is scheduled to appear in Caledonia County Superior Court on March 24.
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