At least three people have been arrested on drug-related charges

TROY – At least three people have been arrested on drug-related charges in connection with the investigation into the fatal shooting of an Orleans County woman, whose body was found in Troy on Tuesday, officials said. Investigation showed Kayla Wright, 29, of Derby, was shot multiple times, and at least one shot struck her in the head, killing her. The death was ruled a homicide by the office of the Vermont’s Chief Medical Examiner on Wednesday afternoon, Vermont State Police said. Wright, who comes from a well-known local family, had last been seen in Troy early Friday, state police said. U.S. Homeland Security Investigations is the lead investigative agency in the drug case with primary assistance from the Vermont Drug Task Force and Vermont State Police. The Orleans County Sheriff’s Department and Newport City Police also have been providing help.