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ROUND POND, Maine — Investigators with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) arrested a Texas man in connection with a scheme that pressured an elderly victim to purchase gold to clear alleged federal arrest warrants. According to LCSO, the case began when the victim’s daughter discovered the scam and reported it. The victim had recently purchased a new printer and, while searching online for tech support, called a number that resolved the printer issue. Shortly afterwar

SOMERSWORTH, N.H. — On Thursday, November 20, 2025, at approximately 12:52 p.m., Somersworth Police responded to the AT&T Mobility store at 497 High Street for a report of a despondent male armed with a pistol. The man was later identified as James Corbett, 48, of Rochester. According to police, Corbett fled into the woods behind the store toward the City of Dover. Investigators received subsequent reports that he allegedly pointed the firearm at passing vehicles on High Stre

November 20, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media OSSIPEE, N.H. — At 12:34 p.m. Thursday, the Center Ossipee Fire Department (COFD) was dispatched to Route 25 East at Route 16B for a two-vehicle crash with one vehicle on its side and entrapment. Chief Dana Cullen Jr. arrived and assumed command, confirming a single occupant was trapped in the rolled vehicle. Squad 1, responding with a crew of five under Lt. Martino, was directed to deploy the Jaws of Life on arrival. Engine 3 respo

November 19, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media ACTON, Maine — Around noon yesterday, York County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a vehicle in Horn Pond off New Bridge Road. According to the sheriff’s office, the driver, Chayce Steffiare, 30, of Sanbornville, N.H., was operating a 2025 Ford Explorer when an unknown oncoming vehicle forced him off the roadway. Steffiare swerved, left the road, and the SUV entered Horn Pond, coming to rest approximately 20 feet f

SUTTON, N.H. – A Newbury woman was arrested after a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian seriously injured.   At 6:48 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, State Troopers assigned to the Troop D barracks responded to a reported hit-and-run crash on Route 103 in Sutton.   Upon arrival, they discovered that an adult female walking along Route 103 had been struck by a vehicle traveling westbound, which then fled the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital with se

November 19, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media GRAY, Maine — The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office says four people were detained Tuesday after a vehicle fled from the Maine State Police (MSP) and a multi-agency search followed in the area of Colley Hill Road. According to the sheriff’s office, the call for assistance came at 10:54 a.m. on November 18. Deputies in the area quickly detained three occupants. A K-9 team was then deployed to locate a fourth suspect. The K-9 located

November 19, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media HOOKSETT, N.H. — The New Hampshire State Police is investigating after an adult male was found deceased inside a vehicle at the Interstate 93 southbound Welcome Center in Hooksett. According to State Police, Troopers from the Troop D barracks located the body at approximately 7:33 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. At this time, investigators report no information indicating the death is suspicious in nature. The individual’s ide

November 19, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media FALMOUTH, Maine — The Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a residential fire that occurred Monday, November 17, 2025, on Red Oak Drive in Falmouth. According to officials, the Falmouth Fire Department requested the Fire Marshal’s Office to the scene. Crews arrived at approximately 4:11 p.m. to find the home fully involved. No occupants were inside at the time of the fire and no injuries were reported. Fire Marshal inv

November 19, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media NEW GLOUCESTER, Maine — Two adults died and four children were injured after a two-vehicle crash on I-95 southbound near mile marker 71 early Wednesday, according to Maine State Police. At approximately 4:26 a.m., Troopers located a serious crash involving a 2017 GMC Acadia towing a U-Haul trailer and a 2015 Audi SUV. The preliminary investigation indicates the GMC’s trailer became detached from the trailer ball and remained connect

November 19, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media NEW HAMPTON, N.H. — A Gilmanton man crashed into an unoccupied home in New Hampton after fleeing a traffic stop on Route 104 in Meredith. At 12:43 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, Trooper Nathan Cobis of the Troop E barracks attempted to stop a 2013 Ford Taurus for a tinted windows violation on Route 104 westbound in Meredith, near the New Hampton town line. The driver, identified as Patrick Cameron Hamel, 19, of Gilmanton, did not s

November 18, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media GORHAM, Maine — The Maine Warden Service has charged an individual after an investigation into a deer killed during closed season in Gorham. According to wardens, on September 18, 2025, Game Warden Emerson Duplissie-Cyr received information that an individual was sitting in a field with a scoped rifle and had taken selfie videos showing a dead buck and the rifle. There was no open firearms season on deer at that time, and video evid

November 18, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media BEDFORD, N.H. – A Manchester woman and her male passenger were seriously injured Tuesday morning after their vehicle struck a concrete barrier at the Bedford Toll Plaza. At 9:17 a.m., State Troopers from the Troop B barracks responded to a report of a single-vehicle crash at the southbound tolls on the F.E. Everett Turnpike. The preliminary investigation determined that a gray 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, driven by Cheryl North, 76, of M

November 18, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media This update adds new information provided by Capt. Todd Pinkham regarding the incident previously reported at the former Care Pharmacy in Rochester. Capt. Pinkham stated: “We responded to Care Pharmacy for a fireworks complaint. Police discovered a ladder on the side of the building, leading to the roof, and noticed there was a small fire and packages of fireworks on the roof of the building. Officers utilized fire extinguishers and

November 18, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media AUGUSTA, Maine — The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) announced the launch of the Maine Food Access Map, a statewide interactive resource that helps individuals and families locate nearby food pantries, meal sites, school-based programs, WIC clinics, and other free or donation-based food assistance services. “We know that too many Maine people struggle to find nutritious food, and the new Maine Food

November 18, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media Hampton, N.H. — Hampton Fire/Rescue responded to a fire at a farm in the department’s rural district that required a first-alarm assignment and mutual aid. Because the location lacks nearby hydrants, water had to be brought in to support firefighting operations. According to the farm’s public statement, the fire occurred overnight in the equipment shed where its poultry processing operation had been set up following the first day of

November 18, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media ROCHESTER, N.H. — Rochester Police arrested Ethan Saint-Val, 22, of Rochester, on November 4, 2025, for Disorderly Conduct following a traffic stop on Wakefield Street. According to police, the stop was initiated after officers observed a vehicle with modified emissions that produced sounds consistent with gunfire. Saint-Val was issued a hand summons for a violation-level offense and given a court date of December 16, 2025, at the 7

November 17, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media RINDGE, N.H. — The Rindge Police and Fire Departments responded on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at approximately 12:35 p.m., to a report of a two-vehicle crash with entrapment on U.S. Route 119 near Boss Contractors. Upon arrival, Rindge Police determined the operator of one vehicle was a Town of Rindge employee and requested assistance from the Jaffrey Police Department to handle the scene investigation. According to the release, the

November 17, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media NEWTON, N.H. — Over the weekend, Officer Addonizio of the Newton Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance at a residence previously known to police. Because he was the only officer on duty at the time, Officer Addonizio immediately requested backup. Officer Rodolakis from the East Kingston Police Department responded to assist. After a thorough on-scene investigation, Ryan Howard was taken into custody and charged with

November 17, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media ROCHESTER, N.H. — A Maine man was apprehended by a State Police K-9 and arrested after a multi-state pursuit that ended in Lebanon, Maine. Pursuit Overview At 2:28 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, Sgt. Gary Wood Jr. of the Troop A barracks observed a 2005 Toyota Camry traveling recklessly on Gonic Road (Route 125) in Rochester. As the driver merged into the northbound lanes of the Spaulding Turnpike (Route 16), Sgt. Wood attempted a t