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Vermont Shootout: Phone Data Battle | Montpelier News
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A deadly shootout on I-91 claimed the life of a federal agent, sparking a high-stakes legal battle in Vermont. Teresa Youngblut, 22, faces murder charges in the January 2025 incident that erupted during a traffic stop. Her defense is demanding all electronic devices used by officers be preserved, arguing they hold vital evidence — but prosecutors call it an invasion of privacy and a logistical nightmare. A federal judge will decide in September. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, despite Vermont’s ban on capital punishment, while Youngblut remains jailed without bail. The case also ties to a violent network linked to multiple homicides nationwide, adding layers of complexity to an already explosive trial.
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