Addison County, VT – A Middlebury man was cited after allegedly giving deputies a false name during a traffic stop in New Haven on Monday afternoon.
According to the Addison County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Logan Balestra stopped a vehicle on Munger Street around 1:36 p.m. on September 29, 2025, for a motor vehicle violation. Authorities said the driver, later identified as 23-year-old Tallon Real of Middlebury, allegedly provided a false name during the stop.
Deputies reported that an investigation determined the driver’s true identity. Real’s license was suspended at the time, and the vehicle was towed from the scene. Sheriff’s officials said Real was issued six tickets for multiple violations in addition to a citation for providing false information to a police officer.
Real was later released. A court appearance is scheduled for November 10, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. in Addison County.
The Sheriff’s Office reminded the public that court dates may change and all suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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