Vermont trooper Giancarlo DiGenova AVOIDS jail for stealing $40K worth of ... trends now
A former Vermont state trooper that stole $40,000 worth of evidence from a storage room has accepted a plea agreement and avoided jail time.
Giancarlo DiGenova, 45, resigned in February 2023 after the agency launched an investigation following the discovery of stolen evidence from a narcotics case.
In December 2022, Vermont State Police said that other troopers discovered that evidence was missing, including a $14,000 Rolex watch, from a storage room at the Williston barracks.
On Friday DiGenova pleaded guilty to felony grand larceny, misdemeanor counts of petty larceny, providing false information to police, making a false statement and neglect of duty.
'Your honor, words cannot describe the regret and remorse I feel in my heart,' DiGenova said in court.
Giancarlo DiGenova, 45, resigned in February 2023 after the agency launched an investigation following the discovery of stolen evidence from a narcotics case
On Friday he accepeted a plea agreement. Instead of jail time, he has to complete 100 hours of community service, pay fines and take part in a restorative justice program
'I am fully aware of the gravity of my actions and the harm they have caused. I humbly extend my sincerest apologies to all affected by my wrongdoing.'
'My conduct has not only violated the law but also broke the trust and respect owed to society, the Vermont State Police, and especially my family,' DiGenova said.
Instead of jail time, he has to complete 100 hours of community service, pay fines and take part in a restorative justice program.
According to an affidavit, the former state trooper was wearing his Vermont State Police uniform when he walked into a jewelry store to get a Rolex appraised on November 29.
Other than the watch, DiGenova is suspected of stealing diamond stud earrings, a diamond pendant, Airpods, a designer brand wallet and keychain, a gold necklace, and ADHD medication, documents said.
DiGenova accessed the storage room
