Data contradicts suspect’s story, affidavits in Colson inquiry reveal

Austin Colson, left, with his girlfriend. Colson’s remains were found in a barn in Royalton on May 26.
This story by Jordan Cuddemi was published by the Valley News on June 6.
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION — Data retrieved from cellphones and interviews with witnesses contradict the version of events provided to police by a suspect in the disappearance of 19-year-old Austin Colson, according to search warrant affidavits filed in connection with the investigation.Get all of VTDigger's criminal