Stolen Jeep Wrangler Recovered in Elmore

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Vermont State Police are investigating a vehicle theft that occurred early Saturday morning in Elmore, Vermont. The owner, Juan Rodriguez Sr., reported that his white 2011 Jeep Wrangler had been taken while he was asleep. The stolen vehicle was later found abandoned just over a mile away, and police arrested Mark Savary, 57, of Lyndon, in connection with the incident.

Why it matters

Vehicle thefts can have a significant impact on victims, causing financial hardship and disrupting daily routines. This incident highlights the importance of vehicle security and the need for law enforcement to quickly respond to such crimes in order to recover stolen property and apprehend suspects.

The details

According to the police report, troopers from the Williston Barracks were dispatched to 950 Tallman Rd. in Elmore at approximately 1:48 a.m. on February 6, 2026, after Rodriguez reported his Jeep Wrangler had been stolen. At around 4:48 a.m., Montpelier Police Department officers encountered Savary in an unrelated call and located the abandoned stolen vehicle nearby. Investigation revealed that Savary had been unable to continue driving the vehicle and had left it.

• The vehicle theft was reported to police at approximately 1:48 a.m. on February 6, 2026.
• The stolen vehicle was located abandoned around 4:48 a.m. on February 6, 2026.

What’s next

Savary is scheduled to appear in Lamoille County Superior Court on April 8, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. to answer to the charge of operation without owner's consent.