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Suspect at large after woman found dead on Vermont trail in 'suspicious' death: Police

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Investigation Underway as Respected Academic is Murdered on Vermont Trail, Police Launch Manhunt

An extensive manhunt is in progress following the alarming discovery of a woman's body on a trail in Vermont. State police have issued a warning that the suspect may be armed. The victim was identified as Honoree Fleming, 77, a retired university dean and the wife of Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Ron Powers.

Academic Specialist's Tragic Death

Fleming was discovered fatally wounded on a rail trail in Castleton, Vermont, last Thursday, according to Vermont State Police reports. The well-respected resident of the town, who served as the Dean of Education at Vermont State University Castleton Campus, succumbed to a gunshot wound to the head. Subsequent investigation by the medical examiner ruled Fleming's death as a homicide.

Fleming's contributions to Vermont State University did not go unnoticed. "Honoree was a cherished member of the Castleton family, loved by faculty, staff, and students," the university declared in an issued statement. "Her loss is a monumental tragedy for the Castleton community and all of Vermont State University. Honoree's presence will be profoundly missed."

Fleming's Respected Career and Personal Life

Prior to her tenure at Castleton, Fleming held faculty positions at Trinity College, Middlebury College, and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Her husband, Powers, is a Pulitzer-prize winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author.

Powers poured out his heartache over his wife's death in a Facebook post. Expressing shock and grief, he noted that Fleming was "walking along her favorite trail near the college" when the fatal incident occurred. The author dubbed his late wife's heart and soul as "sterling," expressing that her passing has left him feeling disheartened and shattered.

Manhunt Underway for Armed Suspect

The suspected shooter remains at large, triggering an intensive search by Vermont State Police. The elusive perpetrator is considered armed and dangerous. Local law enforcement is urging residents and business owners to review any surveillance footage that might provide crucial leads.

Authorities received a call regarding a deceased woman on the Castleton rail trail around 4:30 p.m. ET last Thursday. Eyewitnesses recounted hearing gunshots and noticing a possible suspect heading northbound on the rail trail towards the Castleton campus.

Police have described the suspect as a white male, roughly 5'10" in height, with short red hair, last seen in a dark-colored T-shirt and carrying a black backpack. Major Daniel Trudeau of the Vermont State Police informed the press that there were no direct witnesses to the crime itself, hence the force's reliance on public assistance in tracking down the suspect. Trudeau emphasized the suspect's potential for violence, and urged the public to remain cautious.

Seeking Public Help in Tracing Suspect's Movements

The Vermont State Police have requested residents and businesses in the Castleton area to aid investigations by reviewing surveillance footage during early afternoon hours leading into Thursday evening. Trudeau acknowledged their lack of knowledge regarding the suspect's movements post-crime and expressed hope in obtaining a "good first clue" with public help.

According to police reports, the late Fleming started her walk on the trail around 4 p.m. donning a white-and-blue striped shirt, black pants, and black sneakers. Police released an image of her on Saturday, encouraging anyone who might have seen her to come forward.

With the investigation ongoing, the Castleton campus has been closed indefinitely and a shelter-in-place order is in effect for those on campus. Anyone with information has been urged to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-773-9101.

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