Vermont Man Charged with 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault

Russell Silva, 47, arrested after alleged attack on domestic partner in Lunenburg, Vermont

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Vermont State Police arrested Russell Silva, 47, of Lunenburg, Vermont, on charges of 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault following an incident early on February 10, 2026 at an address on W Main St in Lunenburg. Silva was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Saint Johnsbury State Police Barracks for processing. He was arraigned on the charges and ordered held without bail.

Why it matters

Domestic violence incidents are a serious concern in Vermont, with the state ranking among the highest in the nation for rates of intimate partner violence. This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to respond quickly and decisively to such allegations in order to protect victims and hold offenders accountable.

The details

According to the Vermont State Police report, troopers from the Saint Johnsbury Barracks were notified of an aggravated assault at an address on W Main St in Lunenburg. Upon arriving at the scene, they learned that the victim had been assaulted by a domestic partner, identified as Russell Silva. Silva was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Saint Johnsbury State Police Barracks for processing.

  • The incident occurred on 2/10/2026 at 0220 hours.
  • Silva was arraigned on the charges on 02/10/2026.

The players

Russell Silva

A 47-year-old resident of Lunenburg, Vermont, who was arrested and charged with 1st Degree Aggravated Domestic Assault.

Vermont State Police

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, arrested Silva, and is handling the case.

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What’s next

Silva was ordered held without bail following his arraignment. The case will now proceed through the Essex County Superior Court, Criminal Division.

The takeaway

This case underscores the ongoing challenge of domestic violence in Vermont communities and the critical role of law enforcement in swiftly intervening to protect victims and hold offenders accountable for their actions.