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New Hampshire Man Charged After Child's Fentanyl Overdose, Nashua Police Investigating
A New Hampshire man is now facing severe legal repercussions following the overdose of an 11-year-old girl on fentanyl, a powerful and often deadly opioid. Tyler Greenhalgh, 31, has been arraigned on charges including felony possession of a controlled drug, with a subsequent offense, and misdemeanor endangering the welfare of a child, according to a report from WHDH.
Fireworks ordinance violation reported in New Hampshire preceding Independence Day festivities
Manchester, NH- Police say two adults and three juveniles were located near illegally set off fireworks on Lake Shore Road and issued ordinances on June 27th. Manchester police responded at approximately 12:20AM after receiving noise complaints in the area near Massabesic Lake. Officers claim they found fireworks in the street along with smoking debris and five individuals.
Man arrested after allegedly exposing himself, urinating in aisle on flight to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, authorities say
BUFFALO, N.Y. — A man was arrested after he allegedly exposed himself and urinated in the aisle of a flight to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport on Wednesday, authorities said. The United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of New York said Neil McCarthy, 25, of Oregon, was arrested. American...
Lawrence police seek help identifying individual in photo
LAWRENCE — The Lawrence Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying an individual whose photo they have circulated. Authorities are urging anyone who has information on the person in question to come forward. The department has not disclosed the circumstances surrounding the need to...
Officials say pills produced and sold by Manchester man contained fentanyl, methamphetamine
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Federal officials have raised a public safety concern after they say pills containing a mixture of drugs were sold by a Manchester man now facing criminal charges. Jerry Summers, 44, of Manchester, is charged with one count of manufacturing a controlled substance, two counts of distribution...
Driver seriously hurt in tanker truck crash that caused delays on Everett Turnpike
A truck driver was seriously hurt in a crash that closed lanes on the Everett Turnpike in Nashua, New Hampshire, early Monday morning. New Hampshire State Police said the truck, which was hauling motor oil and hydraulic fluid, crashed around 12:45 a.m. near Exit 8 on the northbound side of the highway. The driver was trapped and had to be rescued by first responders. They were airlifted to Lahey Hospital and Medical Center with serious injuries.
Woman accused of poisoning husband’s soup at request of fake soap opera star enters plea agreement
The Massachusetts woman who allegedly poisoned her husband’s soup at the behest of a person she thought was a handsome soap opera star has pleaded guilty to lesser charges, court records show. A judge sentenced Roxanne Doucette to one year of probation. Townsend police originally arrested her on charges...
Trucker airlifted to hospital after New Hampshire crash
NASHUA, N.H. — A truck driver was seriously injured in an early morning crash that happened on Monday, July 1, along the F.E. Everett Turnpike just north of Exit 8 in Nashua, New Hampshire. According to the New Hampshire State Police (NHSP), a white 2021 Kenworth hauling a tanker...
Maine man sentenced for crashing car into 4 state troopers
BIDDEFORD (WGME) -- A Maine man accused of crashing his car into four state troopers in Hollis will spend two years behind bars after pleading guilty to multiple charges. Tyler Croston of Westbrook pleaded guilty on Monday to four counts of aggravated assault and one count of reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon.
Haverhill Man Admits To Stealing Money Meant For Veteran Suicide: Feds
David Duren, 48, admitted to wire fraud on Monday, July 1, the US Attorney for New Hampshire said. He faces up to 20 years in prison during his sentencing on Oct. 10. Duren was a program manager at a healthcare provider in Nashua, New Hampshire, and oversaw a $750,000 program funded by a Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant. The money was earmarked for treatments and services for veterans at risk of killing themselves.
Mass. woman accused of scamming elderly residents in NH
A North Andover, Massachusetts, woman is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from elderly residents in New Hampshire as part of a tech support scam. Rachel Chen, 25, is facing charges in three New Hampshire counties, the attorney general said Monday in a release. In Merrimack County, a grand jury...
14-year-old girl leads police on chase in stolen car in Rindge, police say
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A 14-year-old girl from Manchester is facing several criminal charges after leading police on a chase in a stolen car. Police said they stopped the vehicle around 2:30 a.m. Saturday for speeding through Rindge, New Hampshire. According to police, four passengers jumped out and fled, while...
NH Fire Marshal Troubled by Spike in Deadly Fires
David Pierce – he New Hampshire Union Leader, Manchester. Jul. 2—More people have already died in New Hampshire fires this year than in all of 2023, raising concerns about smoke alarms and basic residential fire safety. So far this year, 13 people have died in 11 fires, with...
Manchester police enforce new ordinance banning camping on city streets, in parks
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Police in Manchester began implementing a new ordinance Wednesday intended to reduce homeless encampments on city streets and in parks. The ban on public camping in Manchester was passed by aldermen Tuesday night and is effective immediately. Violators could face fines of up to $250. Mayor...
Manchester police seek help identifying bank fraud suspect
MANCHESTER — Manchester police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a woman suspected of using multiple fake IDs to withdraw cash from financial institutions in the city. The incidents occurred in June at various banks in Manchester, according to Detective Ray Lamy of the Manchester Police Department.
Person taken to hospital after hit-and-run involving bicycle in Manchester, police say
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A person was taken to the hospital after a hit-and-run crash involving a bicycle in Manchester, according to authorities. The crash happened near Union and Central Streets before 4 p.m. on Wednesday, involving a vehicle and a bicycle, police said. >> Download the free WMUR app...
Former employee arrested for theft from vehicle in Merrimack
MERRIMACK — A Manchester man was arrested Wednesday for allegedly stealing over $2,500 from a parked vehicle in March, Merrimack police said. Branden Decesare, 33, faces a Class A felony charge of theft by unauthorized taking. On March 13, police received a report that someone had stolen cash and...
Manchester police crack down on illegal fireworks near Massabesic Lake
MANCHESTER — Police responded to a fireworks violation early Thursday morning after receiving multiple noise complaints near Massabesic Lake. At around 12:20 a.m., officers were dispatched to Lake Shore Road where they discovered fireworks in the middle of the street and remnants still emitting smoke. Five individuals, including two...
Driver flees police, crashes into yard in Merrimack
MERRIMACK — A 37-year-old man faces multiple charges after fleeing from police and crashing into a residential yard early Thursday morning. Bryan Spellissy was arrested and charged with DWI, aggravated DWI, disobeying a police officer, reckless operation and criminal mischief following the incident, which began at 1:54 a.m. on Daniel Webster Highway.
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