By Associated Press - Tuesday, February 13, 2018

BARRE, Vt. (AP) - Barre City’s middle school principal is facing a charge of driving under the influence or drugs.

Vermont State Police say Michael Dreiblatt of Manchester Center was arrested in Shaftsbury on Monday afternoon after being pulled over for a vehicle inspection violation. Police say he showed signs of impairment and they found a small amount of marijuana in his vehicle.

School Superintendent John Pandolfo said Tuesday afternoon that Dreiblatt is no longer working at the school. But would not elaborate, saying it’s a confidential personnel matter.

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The 54-year-old Dreiblatt did not immediately return a phone call seeking comment.

He is scheduled to be arraigned in Bennington on March 26.

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