Rutland Man Arrested for DUI After Mendon Crash

27-year-old Anthony Gaines taken into custody following early Sunday morning incident on U.S. Route 4

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A 27-year-old Rutland man was arrested on a DUI charge after a single-vehicle crash in Mendon, Vermont early Sunday morning. Anthony Gaines was taken into custody around 12:09 a.m. on U.S. Route 4 after troopers from the Rutland Barracks responded to the scene and detected indicators of impairment.

Why it matters

Impaired driving remains a persistent public safety issue, with Vermont seeing an increase in DUI arrests and crashes in recent years. This incident highlights the need for continued enforcement and education efforts to address drunk and drugged driving in local communities.

The details

According to police, Gaines was the sole occupant of the vehicle involved in the crash. After responding to the scene, troopers detected signs that Gaines was impaired and placed him under arrest. Gaines was released with a citation to appear in court on March 16.

  • The incident occurred around 12:09 a.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2026.

The players

Anthony Gaines

A 27-year-old man from Rutland, Vermont who was arrested on a DUI charge following a single-vehicle crash.

Rutland Barracks

The state police troopers who responded to the crash scene and arrested Gaines.

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What’s next

Gaines is scheduled to appear in Rutland County Superior Court, Criminal Division on March 16 at 10 a.m. to face the DUI charge.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing need for vigilance and enforcement against impaired driving in Vermont communities, in order to improve public safety and reduce the number of alcohol and drug-related crashes.