Investigation Underway After Body Found in Woodbury: Vermont State Police Identify Victim as 38-Year-Old Tina Daigle of Hardwick
WOODBURY, VT — The Vermont State Police are investigating a suspicious death following the discovery of a woman’s body Thursday afternoon, June 19, near a roadside pull-off on Vermont Route 14 in the town of Woodbury.
Authorities were alerted around 3:00 p.m. when a passerby reported a lifeless body near the wooded edge of the pull-off area, a spot commonly used by travelers for brief stops. Troopers from the Berlin Barracks swiftly responded to the scene and immediately initiated an investigation. The area was cordoned off, and detectives from the Major Crime Unit and Bureau of Criminal Investigations, along with crime scene technicians, began processing the site for evidence.
On Friday evening, the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Burlington confirmed the identity of the deceased as Tina Daigle, 38, of Hardwick. Daigle’s family has been notified of her passing. While the autopsy has been completed, officials say the cause and manner of her death remain undetermined pending further analysis, including toxicology and investigative findings.
State police are treating the case as suspicious, though no arrests have been made, and the details surrounding Daigle’s final hours remain unclear. According to public records and community sources, Tina Daigle was a long-time resident of Hardwick and known locally as a quiet but kind individual. Her sudden and mysterious death has left the small community deeply shaken.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have not disclosed whether there were signs of foul play or trauma, nor whether the location where the body was found is believed to be the primary crime scene. Investigators are currently pursuing multiple leads and reviewing surveillance footage from surrounding areas, as well as speaking with individuals who may have had recent contact with Daigle.
The Vermont State Police urge anyone who saw suspicious activity on Route 14 near Woodbury on or around Thursday afternoon—or who might have information about Tina Daigle’s whereabouts prior to her death—to come forward. Tips can be directed to the VSP Berlin Barracks at (802) 229-9191, or submitted anonymously online at vsp.vermont.gov/tipsubmit.
“This is an active investigation, and we are working diligently to understand what happened,” said a VSP spokesperson. “We are committed to uncovering the truth and ensuring justice for the victim and her family.”
Unrelated Criminal Case in Barre
While not connected to the investigation in Woodbury, law enforcement officials also confirmed that a Barre man has been formally charged in connection with an attempted assault on a child that occurred in April. Details of the Barre case have not been released in full, but officials emphasized that the matter is under separate legal proceedings.
A Community in Mourning
As news of Tina Daigle’s death spreads, residents of Hardwick and the surrounding towns have taken to social media to express their condolences and confusion over the tragedy. Friends and acquaintances described her as a woman who, though reserved, cared deeply for her loved ones and lived a life filled with quiet resilience.
Vigils and community gatherings are being discussed by local residents as a way to honor Daigle’s memory while awaiting answers from investigators.
Conclusion
With many questions still unanswered, the investigation into Tina Daigle’s death remains a high priority for the Vermont State Police. As law enforcement continues to comb through evidence and await key forensic results, the community clings to hope for clarity and closure in the days ahead.
More information will be released as it becomes available. Anyone who might assist with this investigation is strongly encouraged to speak up.
