Vermont Corrections Commissioner Nick Deml has pulled the plug

Vermont Corrections Commissioner Nick Deml has pulled the plug on releasing a dangerous inmate into the community after deciding he failed to meet three basic requirements for a prison furlough. Harley Breer Jr., 55, originally from Washington County, will remain in custody until further notice. The decision was based on three primary factors: the significant risk he poses to public and victim safety, his history of repeated noncompliance with community supervision, and his high likelihood of fleeing from the jurisdiction of the DOC and the Vermont criminal justice system. That was great news for Vermont, especially Essex County according to State’s Attorney Vince Illuzzi, who said he appreciated the commissioner’s reconsideration.