Berte Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault | Montpelier News

Ryan David Berte, 37, stunned the courtroom this week by pleading guilty to felony sexual assault after a young girl came forward — her chilling messages and accounts proving his crimes. Facing up to life, Berte’s defense is pushing for a 15-to-life sentence with most suspended, banking on new prison release policies. In exchange, multiple felony and misdemeanor charges are being dropped — including aggravated sexual assault and lewd conduct. The case began in May 2025 when the girl’s mother reported the assault, and Berte himself confessed to the woman: “kinda” having sex with the 15-year-old. Evidence showed he initiated unwanted contact — kissing, removing her clothes — and Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e4af474ec22687bc