Fugitive From Justice Wanted For Vermont Homicide Case Taken Into Custody

LISBON, N.H. –  A man wanted in connection to a homicide case in Vermont has been taken into custody by the New Hampshire State Police.

On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, State Troopers arrested Paul Lachapelle Jr., 28, of Littleton, New Hampshire on a fugitive from justice warrant.

The fugitive from justice warrant issued for Lachapelle was based on a case stemming from the homicide of Justin Gilliam, who was found deceased June 6, 2022, on Greeley Road in Springfield, VT. The charges include first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit first-degree murder. 

Lachapelle is being held at the Grafton County Jail, and is scheduled to be arraigned on August 29, 2024, at Littleton District Court. 

The New Hampshire State Police received assistance from the Littleton Police Department and U.S. Probation and Parole.

Questions regarding the homicide investigation in Vermont should be directed to the Vermont State Police.