On July 7, 2025, Scott Garvey was killed by Vermont State Police in Putney, Vermont.
About Justice for Scott
Please Help
Scott was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. He was an accomplished musician, writer, poet and lifelong advocate for the rights of those suffering mental health challenges. His family, friends, and supporters are seeking transparency and justice in his memory.
If you saw or heard anything—no matter how small it may seem—please consider coming forward. Your voice matters. Confidential Tips Welcome. Your information will be treated with the utmost respect and discretion.
Email confidentially: justiceforscottgarvey@gmail.com
Scars
When the scars
add up
to
nothing
more
than
scars
Something
learned
Something
forgotten
-- Scott Garvey, 10/16/21
LOVE
I fall in love
like the leaves of Autumn
that eventually die
but
make the sound of music
when trampled underfoot
-- Scott Garvey, 2021
Still Waters
I'd rather stay home
than go to the lakeside
I prefer oceans and rivers instead
the still waters
remind me
unfulfilled potential
unlike
the running and vastness
in my dreams
-- Scott Garvey, 9/14/2024
Picture of You
(For a gone but not forgotten friend lost to suicide)
You left me when I was so young
you were my stars and my moon
I guess I wasn't that strong
sweet summer's evening in June
A mothers support and vision
bestowed upon me; true love and wisdom
so go easy on me
And I'll bloom like a tree
in spring.
-- Scott Garvey, 10/21
Listening to Symphonies
It is autumn
the dark clouds of heaven
race overhead
While I listen
to symphonies
as grand
as the singing birds
who visit me
before heading
south.
-- Scott Garvey, 10/29/2021