Burlington Police Seek to ID Voyeurism Suspect

Authorities release photos of person of interest in recent peeping incidents.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:56pm

An extreme close-up photograph of a security camera lens reflecting a harsh, direct flash of light, conceptually representing the investigation into a series of voyeurism incidents.Authorities seek the public's help in identifying a suspect linked to a series of voyeurism incidents in a Burlington neighborhood.Burlington Today

Police in Burlington, Vermont are asking the public to help identify a male suspect who has been reported peering into women's windows and following them around the Hill Section neighborhood. Authorities have released images of the person of interest, described as a white male between 5'6" and 5'10" with dark hair.

Why it matters

Voyeurism and related privacy violations can have a significant emotional and psychological impact on victims. Identifying and apprehending the suspect could help prevent further incidents and provide a sense of safety for the affected community.

The details

According to police, multiple women have reported a male peer into their open windows in the Hill Section neighborhood last month. There were also multiple reports of a man following women around the area. Authorities have released photos of the person they believe may be connected to these incidents and are asking anyone who recognizes him or has additional information to come forward.

  • The reported voyeurism incidents occurred last month in the Hill Section of Burlington.
  • Police released the photos of the person of interest on April 3, 2026.

The players

Burlington Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the voyeurism incidents and seeking the public's help to identify the suspect.

Zach Beal

A detective corporal with the Burlington Police Department who is leading the investigation.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone that recognizes this person or has footage can call either Detective Corporal Zach Beal at (802) 540-2364 or the Police Department at (802) 658-2704.”

— Zach Beal, Detective Corporal, Burlington Police Department

What’s next

Police are urging anyone with information about the suspect's identity or the reported incidents to contact the Burlington Police Department as soon as possible.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement to identify and apprehend individuals who violate others' privacy and personal security. Addressing voyeurism and related crimes is crucial for maintaining a safe and respectful community.