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Coverage dated October 27, 2026 to October 28, 2026

After probe, concerns over Barre City officer’s credibility puts dozens of criminal cases in limbo

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The Orange County state’s attorney wrote the officer has “substantial issues pertaining to his credibility” stemming from an investigation into allegations he had sexual relations with a woman he arrested while that case was still pending.

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  1. VTDigger

    After probe, concerns over Barre City officer’s credibility puts dozens of criminal cases in limbo (opens VTDigger)

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    The Orange County state’s attorney wrote the officer has “substantial issues pertaining to his credibility” stemming from an investigation into allegations he had sexual relations with a woman he arrested while that case was still pending.

  2. Vermont Daily Chronicle

    More than 50 criminal cases dismissed after Barre Police cop’s credibility is questioned (opens Vermont Daily Chronicle)

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    The investigation involved Barre City Police Officer Matthew Frey, whose credibility has been questioned following allegations of misconduct while the woman’s criminal case was still pending.