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Driver Arrested After Pursuit Ends in Crash in Laconia
January 23, 2026 — by Scanner Alerts Media Laconia, New Hampshire A Belmont man was arrested Friday night after a State Police pursuit through multiple Lakes Region communities ended when the vehicle crashed into a telephone pole in Laconia, authorities said. Key Points Date/time: 11 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 Initial location: Laconia, New Hampshire Pursuit route: Laconia → Gilford → back to Laconia End location: Bowman Street, Laconia Outcome: Vehicle crashed into a teleph
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Four Arrested in Organized Retail Crime Investigation at Littleton Home Depot
January 27, 2026 — by Scanner Alerts Media Littleton, New Hampshire Four people were arrested Tuesday in connection with an organized retail crime investigation involving thefts reported at the Home Depot in Littleton during November and December 2025, according to the Littleton Police Department. Key Points Date of arrests: January 27, 2026 Location: Littleton, New Hampshire Reported theft timeframe: November–December 2025 Business involved: Home Depot (Littleton) Primary ch
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Pursuit on Interstate 93 Ends With Arrest
January 24, 2026 — by Scanner Alerts Media Salem, New Hampshire A Massachusetts man was arrested Saturday night following a high-speed pursuit on Interstate 93 that ended in Salem, according to New Hampshire State Police. Key Points Date/Time: Saturday, January 24, 2026, just before 11:30 p.m. Initial Location: Interstate 93 northbound in Windham Termination Location: I-93 southbound near mile marker 1.8 in Salem Vehicle: White 2025 BMW X2 Agencies Involved: New Hampshire Sta
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Wrong-Way Driver Arrested After Crash on Interstate 95
January 24, 2026 — by Scanner Alerts Media Portsmouth, New Hampshire A Hampton woman was arrested early Saturday after New Hampshire State Police say she drove the wrong way on Interstate 95 in Portsmouth and crashed into a concrete barrier. State Police said dispatch began receiving 911 calls at 1:25 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, reporting a wrong-way driver traveling southbound in the northbound lanes on I-95 in Portsmouth. Troopers assigned to the Troop A barracks respo
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Exeter Police Seek Public’s Help After Hit-and-Run on Ashbrook Road
November 17, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media EXETER, N.H. — The Exeter Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run crash that occurred in the early hours of Sunday, November 16, 2025, in the area of 9 Ashbrook Road. At approximately 2:00 a.m., Exeter Police officers and Exeter Fire units responded to a reported motor-vehicle accident. Upon arrival, first responders found that the driver—and any possible passengers—had fled the scene before officers arrived. According to i
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Antrim Man Charged After Crash, Ambulance Escape, and K-9 Search
November 17, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media ANTRIM, N.H. — On Saturday, November 15, 2025, at about 6:02 p.m., Antrim Police responded to 16 Depot Street for a serious motor vehicle crash after reports that a vehicle had struck a fire hydrant. Officers found a red 2007 Ford Fusion that had left the roadway and collided with a hydrant, causing significant damage and a large water leak. The driver and sole occupant was identified as Christopher Lachance, 37, of Bennington, who,
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BREAKING: Rooftop Fire at Former Care Pharmacy in Rochester; Fireworks Suspected
November 16, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media ROCHESTER, N.H. — At about 11:30 p.m. Sunday, Rochester Fire Department was dispatched to 161 South Main St. for a report of a fire on the roof of the former Care Pharmacy building. According to radio traffic, initial information indicated the fire may have been caused by fireworks. Companies arrived and found a small fire on the roof that had extinguished. A truck company was used to access and evaluate the roof. While firefighters
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Driver Arrested After 115 mph Pursuit on I-93 in Concord
November 14, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media CONCORD, N.H. — An 18-year-old Milford resident was arrested early Friday after a high-speed pursuit on Interstate 93. At 12:16 a.m. on November 14, State Troopers from the Troop D barracks attempted to stop a vehicle on I-93 northbound for reckless operation and operating without functioning taillights. The driver did not stop. Troopers activated emergency lights and sirens as the vehicle accelerated and continued north. The vehicl
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Two Separate Crashes Reported in Wolfeboro; Four Transported, Minor Injuries in Earlier Collision
November 13, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media WOLFEBORO, N.H. — Wolfeboro Police and Fire/Rescue responded to two unrelated motor vehicle collisions on Thursday. At 7:08 a.m., officers were dispatched to a two-car crash near 633 South Main Street. Police say a Hyundai Kona traveling north crossed the double yellow line and struck a Ford Escape in the opposing lane, causing the Escape to leave the roadway. The road was briefly shut down and both vehicles were towed. Injuries wer
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Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash Closes Mammoth Road in Pelham
November 13, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media PELHAM, N.H. — A 19-year-old Pelham man died Thursday night following a single-vehicle rollover crash on Mammoth Road. At approximately 9:08 p.m., Pelham Police and Pelham Fire responded to the area of 497 Mammoth Road for a report of a crash with the driver entrapped and unresponsive. First responders arrived to find a red 2019 Volkswagen Jetta with heavy rollover damage after striking a utility pole. The lone occupant was pronounc
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Winchester Water Advisory Update: “Usable but Not Consumable” Pending Further Testing
November 11, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media WINCHESTER, N.H. — Town officials have issued an overnight update on the tap-water advisory first announced Monday evening. According to a Town of Winchester statement, Winchester Fire Department (WFD) was called to a residence on Goamko Drive early Monday afternoon for a medical call involving an odor inside the building. During the response, tap water was identified as a potential source of the odor. Because the building is connec
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COMMUNITY ALERT: Winchester Issues Tap Water Advisory: Elevated Gas Readings
November 10, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media WINCHESTER, N.H. — The Town of Winchester reports that the Winchester Fire Department is advising residents to refrain from running or drinking tap water due to elevated gas readings. Officials say the Fire Department is working to resolve the issue and that additional updates will be provided. For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency questions or concerns, residents may contact the Winchester Emergency Operations Center at (603
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Victim Identified in Fatal E-Scooter Crash in Hampton
November 10, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media HAMPTON, N.H. — The Hampton Police Department has identified the man who died in an e-scooter crash reported early Saturday, November 8, 2025. According to a department release, at approximately 12:54 a.m., police received a 911 call for a person down near Ashworth Avenue and G Street. Responding officers located a male who appeared to have been involved in an accident with his e-scooter. Hampton Fire and Rescue responded, and the m
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Dirt Bike Crash in Tuftonboro Sends Barrington Man to Hospital; Officials Cite Safety Gear
November 10, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media TUFTONBORO, N.H. — New Hampshire Fish and Game reports that a 20-year-old Barrington man was injured in a dirt bike crash in Tuftonboro on Saturday afternoon. According to the agency, at approximately 2:15 p.m. on November 8, 2025, officers were notified of a dirt bike accident with injury. The rider, identified as Matthew Burch, 20, of Barrington, was operating on a private track when the incident occurred. Investigators said that
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Pelham Police Arrest Registered Sex Offender for Failure to Comply
November 10, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media PELHAM, N.H. — Pelham Police arrested Manuella M. Gibson-St. Germain, 60, of Pelham on November 7, 2025, on a warrant for Sex Offender Registration – Knowing Failure to Comply. According to investigators, Gibson-St. Germain is a registered sex offender following a conviction under NH RSA 632-A:3, II (Felonious Sexual Assault: victim 13 or older and under 16; age difference more than four years). Detectives received information that
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Somersworth Man Charged in July Fatal Crash on Rochester Hill Road
November 10, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media ROCHESTER, N.H. — Rochester Police have arrested Tayshawn Sheppard, 19, of Somersworth, in connection with the July 24, 2025 motor vehicle crash on Rochester Hill Road that resulted in the death of 25-year-old Adrian Sharman of Rochester. According to police, Sheppard is charged with Negligent Homicide, Vehicular Assault, Reckless Operation, Speeding, Criminal Mischief, Yellow/Solid Line Violation, and Unlawful Passing on Left. He w
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Third-Alarm Structure Fire on Long Shores Drive, Barrington
November 9, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media BARRINGTON, N.H. — Based on active emergency radio traffic, fire companies are operating at a third-alarm structure fire at 268 Long Shores Drive in Barrington. The incident was escalated to a third alarm, and mutual aid from surrounding communities has been requested and is responding to assist at the scene. Initial radio transmissions indicated a working structure fire at the listed address with additional resources requested throu
Nov 9, 20252 min read


UPDATE FOUND SILVER ALERT: Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Missing Greenland Man
November 9, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media GREENLAND, N.H. — At the request of the Greenland Police Department, New Hampshire State Police have activated the Missing Vulnerable Adult/Silver Alert System for Thomas Maher, 69. Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in locating him. Description: Name: Thomas Maher Age: 69 Height: 5’10” Weight: 155 lbs. Hair: Red/gray Eyes: Hazel Clothing last seen: Red fleece pajama pants Additional detail: Wears glasses Last known l
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Tractor-Trailer Rollover With Entrapment Closes Route 16 in Wakefield; One Transported
November 9, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media WAKEFIELD, N.H. — At 10:42 p.m. last night, the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office received multiple 911 calls reporting a crash on Route 16 just north of the Union lights. A Wakefield Police Department officer also came upon the scene. Responding companies arrived to find a tractor-trailer unit rolled over with heavy entrapment. An air medical helicopter was requested, and a landing zone was established at the Paul School. Milton Fire-
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Pickup Fire Extends to Home; North Hampton Crews Hold Damage to Garage and Attic Corner
November 9, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media NORTH HAMPTON, N.H. — North Hampton Fire & Rescue reports that C-Shift was dispatched at 4:56 p.m. to Juniper Road for a vehicle fire reported to be extending to a structure. Automatic mutual aid was started immediately. On arrival, firefighters found a pickup truck in the driveway fully involved. Heavy fire had extended into the garage and up to the second floor of the residence. According to the department, all occupants safely eva
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