Crime
St. Johnsbury police Captain Jason Gray shot in the line of duty, suspect Scott Mason at large
ST. JOHNSBURY, VT – Vermont State Police are actively searching for a man accused of shooting and injuring a St. Johnsbury police officer who responded to a reported domestic violence incident on Friday afternoon.
Authorities have identified the suspect as Scott Mason, 38, who is considered armed and dangerous.
Members of the public are strongly advised not to approach Mason but to call 911 immediately if they see him or have any information on his whereabouts.
The victim, Captain Jason Gray of the St. Johnsbury Police Department, was shot during the encounter.
According to sources, Gray is in stable condition but remains under treatment at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, after being airlifted for care.
“We’re not going to let up our search until we find Mr. Mason,” said Major Shawn Loan, Commander of the Vermont State Police Criminal Division. “We urge the public to assist by reporting any sightings or information. If you see him, please call 911.”
Mason is described as:
- Height: 5’11”
- Weight: Approximately 220 pounds
- Hair: Brown
- Eyes: Hazel
- Last Seen Wearing: Gray sweatshirt and pants
- Residence: A second-floor apartment at 261 Portland Street, St. Johnsbury
The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. Friday when Officer Gray responded to Mason’s residence following a domestic violence report. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are under investigation.
Law enforcement agencies are working tirelessly to locate Mason, deploying significant resources to ensure public safety. The search remains active and ongoing.
Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately. For updates on this developing situation, follow official Vermont State Police communications.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.