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Fair Haven Police Department Full Service Police Dept. The Fair Haven Police Dept was founded in 1963 upon the merger of the Town and Village of Fair Haven into one. In 1995 long time Sgt.

In 1963 Andrew Brown was appointed the first Chief of Police of the new dept. Chief Brown served in this role until 1994. In 1994 Hank Klein was appointed and served from 1994 to 1995 leaving to purse a career out of state. Raymond Viger was promoted to Police Chief and held the position from 1995 to 2005. Chief Viger was employed from approx. 1979 until his retirement in 2005 at age 70. In 2005 William Humphries was promoted to Chief and currently serves in this role. Humphries began employment in 1998 as a Patrolman. The Police Dept. currently has four full time officers including the chief. The Dept also has a School Resource Officer assigned to the Fair Haven Union High School, a part time Detective and a cadre of part time officers. Vermont Association of Chiefs of Police - Official Website (vacop.org)

10/23/2026
10/22/2026

Parents — remember teaching them how to tie their shoes? 👟

Teaching them to drive takes the same thing: patience, practice, and a lot of reminders. ⤵️

10/21/2026

Drivers — following this ⬇️ is critical for the safety of our kids! 🛑🚍

It's the law in all 50 states.

10/20/2026

Flashing yellow lights mean a school bus is preparing to stop. 🟡

Drivers: Slow down, stay alert and be ready to stop. Kids may be nearby, entering or crossing the road. 🚸

Give them the time and space they need to get to and from school SAFELY.

10/20/2026

The greatest dangers that lead to teen fatalities include:

⚫ Inconsistent seat belt use
⚫ Speeding
⚫ Distracted driving
⚫ Alcohol

Safety starts at home!

10/19/2026

As we kick off National Teen Driver Safety Week, parents — remember that teens often model the driving habits they see at home.

Sit down with your young driver this week to establish clear house rules around these non-negotiables. ⤵️

October 19, 2026Date of Arrest: 10-15-2026Offender(s): Christopher M. Washburn, Age 41 Fair Haven,...
10/19/2026

October 19, 2026

Date of Arrest: 10-15-2026

Offender(s): Christopher M. Washburn, Age 41
Fair Haven, VT

Charges: Arrest Warrant


Nature of Offense: Wanted Person

On 10-15-2026 Fair Haven Police arrested Christopher M. Washburn of Fair Haven, VT after learning he was wanted. On 10-15-2026 at 4:45 pm police located Washburn on Washington Street in Fair Haven. Washburn was arrested on an Arrest Warrant issued by the Hon. Judge Susan McManus of the Rutland Superior Court after he failed to appear in court on 10-07-2026 for prior charge of Petit Larceny. Washburn was arrested and lodged at the Marble Valley Correctional Center. Bail on the warrant was set at $200.00

Investigating Officer: Ptl. Ciann Quinn

Missing 5 years ago on today’s date. Help us locate her.
10/17/2026

Missing 5 years ago on today’s date. Help us locate her.

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3 N Park Place Ste 1
Fair Haven, VT
05743

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+18022658293

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