The 327 sworn members and 90 emergency dispatchers and civilian support staff that work for the Vermont State Police make a difference in the safety of Vermonters and visitors, every day.

The Bureau of Criminal Investigation makes every effort to successfully close each case they investigate. Historically the State Police have solved the majority of the incidents they have investigated. However, a number of cases have remained open despite the continued efforts of investigators.

Missing Persons

Unsolved Homicides

Prior to 1947, each of Vermont's fourteen counties had an elected sheriff responsible for providing all law enforcement services to towns without their own police department. The unsolved disappearance of an 18 year old college student prompted the formation of the Department of Public Safety.