# Ten-Hour Standoff in St. Johnsbury | Burlington News

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Podcast: [Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/burlington-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606141)
Published: 2026-09-04T22:05:42+00:00
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A tense 10-hour standoff erupted in St. Johnsbury after cops responded to a midnight call on Costa Avenue, eventually arresting John Merrick. Officers from multiple agencies, including Vermont State Police, deployed tactical gear, drones, and robots to safely breach the home—evacuating neighbors but ensuring no public threat. The cause remains unclear as authorities continue investigating, but thankfully, no one was injured. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/54292adf5845763c

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