Brattleboro, VT – Five individuals were arrested on outstanding court warrants in Windham County over a one-week span, prompting court proceedings and bail hearings.
According to the Windham County Sheriff’s Office, the arrests occurred between Tuesday, Jan. 28, and Monday, Feb. 3, at Vermont Superior Court. Each case involved individuals who allegedly failed to appear for previously scheduled court proceedings.
Authorities said Michael Yeachshein, 57, of West Wardsboro, was arrested Jan. 28 on a warrant tied to a missed arraignment. Bail was set at $500, and he was held until seen by a judge.
On Jan. 29, Cameron Johnson, 28, of Vernon, was arrested on a warrant for allegedly failing to appear at a December arraignment. He posted $100 bail and was released with a citation to appear in court.
Michael Hudson, 50, of Brattleboro, was arrested Feb. 3 on a warrant related to a missed VOP Rule 5 hearing. Bail was set at $500, and he was held pending a court appearance.
Two additional arrests occurred Jan. 30. Michael Skyie, 45, of Charlestown, New Hampshire, was held on $10,000 bail for allegedly failing to appear at an arraignment. Heather Wheeler, 52, of North Springfield, was released with a citation after allegedly missing a status conference.
Failure-to-appear warrants are common administrative actions when defendants miss scheduled hearings, affecting court calendars and case timelines. Such arrests can impact local residents balancing employment and court obligations.
All individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
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