Driver Clocked at 104 MPH on I-91 in Vermont

Somerville man faces excessive speed charge after state police stop

Apr. 4, 2026 at 2:04am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a car speedometer needle pegged at a high speed, conceptually illustrating the dangers of excessive speeding on the highway.A dramatic close-up of the speedometer from a vehicle clocked at over 100 mph on a Vermont interstate, underscoring the reckless behavior that endangers public safety.Sheffield Today

On April 4th, 2026, Vermont State Police troopers observed a vehicle traveling northbound on I-91 in Sheffield, Vermont at a speed of 104 mph, well above the posted 65 mph limit. The driver, 29-year-old Ian L. Cooke of Somerville, Massachusetts, was cited for excessive speed and ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court on June 8th, 2026.

Why it matters

Excessive speeding on highways poses a serious risk to public safety and can lead to devastating crashes. Vermont State Police take a zero-tolerance approach to such violations in order to protect drivers and pedestrians on the state's roadways.

The details

Troopers clocked Cooke's vehicle traveling at 104 mph on I-91 northbound near mile marker 153 in Sheffield. He was pulled over and identified as the driver. Cooke was cited for excessive speed and ordered to appear in Vermont Superior Court - Caledonia Criminal Division on June 8th, 2026 at 0830 hours.

  • On April 4th, 2026, at approximately 1847 hours, troopers observed the vehicle speeding on I-91 N.
  • Cooke is scheduled to appear in court on June 8th, 2026 at 0830 hours.

The players

Ian L. Cooke

A 29-year-old resident of Somerville, Massachusetts who was cited for excessive speed on I-91 in Vermont.

Vermont State Police

The law enforcement agency that observed and cited Cooke for driving 104 mph in a 65 mph zone on the interstate.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Cooke's arraignment and any potential bail conditions at the June 8th court appearance.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of obeying speed limits on highways to ensure the safety of all drivers and passengers. Excessive speeding can lead to serious consequences, both legally and in terms of public safety.