Vermont State Troopers facing court diversion for reckless endangerment
Two Vermont state troopers have been referred to court diversion after firing bean bag rounds at a man who fell from a roof and suffered a head injury. The officers pleaded not guilty to reckless endangerment charges.
Key Points
- Two Vermont state troopers referred to court diversion for firing bean bag rounds at a man who fell from a roof
- Troopers pleaded not guilty to reckless endangerment charges
- Attorney General hopes for healing and moving forward through restorative justice process
Pros
- Referral to court diversion may allow healing and moving forward for victim, police officers, and community
- Troopers understand the need for better training and hope for personal growth through the diversion process
Cons
- Man suffered head injury after being hit by bean bag rounds fired by the troopers