Prosecutors: Woman charged in killing of border agent in Vermont was in contact with homicide suspect

Teresa Youngblut, a 21-year-old woman from Washington state, appeared in federal court following her charge in connection with the fatal shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont. Prosecutor Michael Drescher argues for her detention citing the gravity of the crime, substantial evidence against her, and her connections to individuals involved in serious crimes in other states. Following the January 20 incident that resulted in the death of Agent David Maland, the situation indicates a concerning risk to the public if released, linked to her firearm possession and criminal associations.

"The defendant's possession and use of a firearm, combined with her itinerary and associations, suggests she poses a current and substantial danger to the community that could not be addressed by a condition or a combination of conditions of pretrial release."

"Youngblut should be detained as the case proceeds due to the nature of the crime, the weight of evidence against her, her lack of ties to Vermont, and the danger she poses to the community."

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