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Livermore Falls Arrest in Exploitation Case; State Police Seek Public’s Help
October 22, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media LIVERMORE FALLS, Maine — Detectives with the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit South arrested Jacob Hiscock, 40, of Livermore Falls, early this morning on charges related to an exploitation investigation. According to the release, Hiscock was taken into custody at his residence and transported to the Androscoggin County Jail. Authorities report that the arrest follows a month-long investigation involving multiple agencies. The Mai
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Hampton Police Arrest 54-Year-Old on Sexual Assault and Child Sexual Abuse Image Charges
October 22, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media HAMPTON, N.H. — The Hampton Police Department reports the arrest of Stephen L. Hopping, Jr., 54, of Hampton on multiple felony-level offenses following a lengthy investigation related to the manufacturing and distribution of child sexual abuse images. According to the department, on October 21, 2025, officers executed an arrest warrant at a residence on Towle Avenue in Hampton. As part of the underlying investigation, investigators a
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I-95 Pursuit from Hampton Falls to Portsmouth Ends in Arrest; Forgery Charges Filed
October 21, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media HAMPTON FALLS, N.H. — A California man was arrested after a pursuit on Interstate 95 that began in Hampton Falls and ended near Exit 3 in Portsmouth. According to New Hampshire State Police, the driver is charged in connection with alleged speeding, flight from a traffic stop, and possession of multiple fraudulent driver’s licenses. At 9:30 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2025, Trooper Patrick Vetter of Troop A observed a 2023 Chevrolet
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Driver Cited After Crash with Laconia Police Cruiser in Belmont; No Injuries Reported
October 21, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media BELMONT, N.H. — A Belmont man was cited after a collision involving a City of Laconia police cruiser on Saturday night in Belmont, according to New Hampshire State Police. At 8:05 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, State Police dispatch received a report of a crash at the intersection of Old Prescott Hill Road and Laconia Road. Troopers from Troop E responded to the scene to conduct the investigation. The preliminary on-scene invest
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Lebanon Stabbing Leads to Arrest; Jeremy Potvin Charged, $150,000 Bail Set
October 20, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media LEBANON, Maine — At approximately 2:00 p.m. on Monday, York County deputies were dispatched to West Lebanon Road for a reported disturbance. While en route, dispatchers advised responding units that there had been a stabbing at the residence and that the 52-year-old victim had left the scene seeking medical care. According to the release, Deputy Jason Solomon located the victim on Carl Broggi Highway and requested rescue units. The v
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Kingston Police Arrest Manchester Man in Alleged Attempt to Meet Minor; Preventative Detention Ordered
October 20, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media KINGSTON, N.H. — The Kingston Police Department reports that Michael McBride, of Manchester, N.H., was taken into custody following an investigation into an alleged plan to meet a 13-year-old boy at the Carriage Towne Plaza in Kingston. According to the department, on October 17, 2025, Kingston police received information indicating that an individual, later identified as McBride, had traveled to Carriage Towne Plaza with the intent
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Missing Vermont Man Recovered from Connecticut River in Westmoreland; Search Involved Multiple Agencies
October 20, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media WESTMORELAND, N.H. — New Hampshire Conservation Officers report that a missing man from Vermont was recovered from the Connecticut River in Westmoreland on Sunday after a multi-agency search and dive operation. According to officials, at approximately 11:28 a.m. on October 19, Conservation Officers were notified that a man last seen around 10:00 p.m. on October 18 had departed the Putney, Vt. side of the Connecticut River in a canoe
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Driver Deceased Following Pursuit and I-93 Crash in Canterbury
October 19, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media CANTERBURY, N.H. — A Massachusetts driver is deceased following a pursuit and crash on Interstate 93 early Sunday in Canterbury, according to New Hampshire State Police. At 12:51 a.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2025, a trooper from Troop D attempted to stop a vehicle for speeding on I-93 northbound near Exit 12. The driver did not stop, and a pursuit ensued. State Police reported that the vehicle, a blue 2020 Honda Civic, was observed tr
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Single-Vehicle Crash Damages Home at Little Falls & Clarks Mills; One Transported
October 18, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media HOLLIS — Just after midnight, Hollis Fire Rescue was dispatched to the intersection of Little Falls Road and Clarks Mills Road for a single-vehicle accident. According to the department’s summary, responders arrived to find a vehicle that had left the roadway, struck a concrete block, and then continued into the structure at the location. Crews assessed the scene, confirmed there was a single occupant, and initiated standard medical
Oct 182 min read


York Harbor Water Rescue: One Pulled from Overturned Vessel
October 17, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media YORK HARBOR, Maine — At approximately 12:01 p.m. on Friday, fire department units were dispatched to a report of an overturned vessel with one person in the water at the mouth of York Harbor. Within minutes, Rescue Boat 1, under the command of Captain Dave Butler, responded to the scene. According to the department’s account, the vessel was quickly located, and the crew rescued the individual who had been holding on to the overturned
Oct 172 min read


Domestic Violence Incident Leads to Tactical Response and Arrest in Livermore
October 17, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media LIVERMORE, Maine — The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office reports that a domestic disturbance at 9 Newman Road on October 16, 2025, led to an overnight tactical operation and an arrest on multiple charges. According to the release, dispatch received a 911 call at approximately 10:45 p.m. A female victim reported that an argument had escalated into a physical altercation. As she attempted to leave the residence, the male suspect all
Oct 172 min read


Single-Vehicle Crash at Minot Avenue and Washington Street in Auburn; Driver Evaluated After Medical Event
October 16, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media AUBURN, Maine — At approximately 6:10 a.m. on Thursday, Auburn Police and Fire personnel responded to a single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Minot Avenue and Washington Street, according to a departmental release. The investigation determined that the 60-year-old driver experienced a medical event, which caused him to lose control of his vehicle. The vehicle struck a utility pole and also hit two guide wires associated with an
Oct 172 min read


Arrest Made in Standish Homicide; Lynn Perkins Charged with Murder in Death of Matthew Hamilton
October 16, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media STANDISH, Maine — Detectives with the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit – South arrested Lynn Perkins, 37, of Standish on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at approximately 12:40 p.m. at 715 River Road in Standish. According to the release, Perkins has been charged with Murder in connection with the death of Matthew Hamilton, 49. State police report that Hamilton was located deceased inside the River Road residence on Friday, October 3,
Oct 162 min read


Arrest in Palmyra Homicide; Suspect Held in New York Pending Extradition
October 16, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media PALMYRA, Maine — The Maine State Police report that Kareem Quattlebaum, 38, of New York, was arrested in the Bronx, New York, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m. in connection with the March 12, 2025 homicide of Jaquan Humphries, 28, of Mattapan, Massachusetts. According to the update, the FBI New York Office took Quattlebaum into custody. He was transported to NYPD Central Booking and will be held at Rikers Is
Oct 162 min read


Kennebunk Police Seek Information After $7,400 Taken on Fletcher Street
October 16, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media KENNEBUNK, Maine — The Kennebunk Police Department is asking for the public’s help following a report of stolen property on the evening of October 15, 2025. According to the department, an older male was seen picking up approximately $7,400 in cash that had fallen from the roof of a vehicle belonging to its rightful owner. The money was described as proceeds from the sale of a vehicle. The incident occurred at about 1850 hours (6:50
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Halloween Fire Safety: Simple Steps to Prevent Fires and CO Incidents
October 16, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media Halloween is fun—and it’s also a night when decorations, costumes, and candles can raise fire risk. The guidance below summarizes practical safety steps drawn from established fire-safety recommendations to help families enjoy the holiday while keeping hazards low. Costumes and visibility Choose costumes without long, trailing fabric that could brush a flame. If a mask is worn, make sure eye openings are large enough to see clearly.
Oct 162 min read


Update: Missing Hampton Teen Found Safe
October 16, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media HAMPTON, N.H. — The Hampton Police Department reported at 2:00 a.m. today that the 15-year-old autistic female who was the subject of yesterday’s missing juvenile alert has been found safe. The department acknowledged assistance from New Hampshire State Police, as well as support from the Hampton Falls Police Department, the Exeter Police Department, and members of the public who provided tips during the search. Consistent with our p
Oct 152 min read


Rochester School Board Ward 3/Seat B: Sarah Gentile Withdraws; Name Will Remain on Ballot
October 15, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media ROCHESTER, N.H. — The City Clerk’s Office has announced that Sarah Gentile, a candidate for School Board Ward 3/Seat B, has withdrawn from the race. The notice was issued on October 15, 2025. According to the City Clerk, although the candidate has ended her candidacy, her name will still appear on the ballot. The Clerk’s Office explains this is because the withdrawal occurred after the official filing period closed on September 22, 2
Oct 152 min read


Portland Search Locates Missing Pownal Teen; Man Charged with Kidnapping
October 15, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media PORTLAND, Maine — The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office reports that a week-long investigation into the disappearance of 13-year-old Jadelynn Harlow of Pownal concluded on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, when investigators located her at an apartment at 470 Brighton Avenue in Portland. According to the sheriff’s office, detectives identified the Brighton Avenue address during the investigation, obtained a search warrant, and executed it
Oct 152 min read


Home Heating & Carbon Monoxide Safety: Practical Steps to Prevent Fires and CO Emergencies
October 15, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media With colder weather arriving, now is the time to confirm that heating equipment and life-safety devices are ready. The guidance below focuses on proven, fact-based steps that reduce the risk of home heating fires and carbon monoxide (CO) incidents. Heating equipment: use and maintenance Keep a 3-foot clearance around any heat source. Maintain space between heaters, furnaces, wood stoves, and anything that can burn (furniture, curtain
Oct 152 min read
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