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CRIME & SAFETY
9 people arrested after regional SWAT raids in Laconia, police say
LACONIA, N.H. — Nine adults will be facing charges after the regional SWAT team conducted raids in Laconia on Thursday, police said. Laconia police said the regional SWAT team raided a building on Strafford Street in connection with a drug and firearm investigation. Traffic was redirected from the area,...
Man indicted for allegedly shooting, killing half-brother in Concord
CONCORD, N.H. — A man has been indicted for allegedly shooting and killing his half-brother in Concord. Jesse Sullivan, 32, was indicted on a first-degree murder charge for allegedly causing the death of Zackary Sullivan, 19, in January. He was also indicted on an alternative count of second-degree murder,...
Roughly 20 cows taken back to farm safely after escaping in Canterbury
CANTERBURY, N.H. — Approximately 20 Normandy cows were returned to Brookford Farm in Canterbury on Friday after they escaped and were found about 2 miles away. The herd was caught on security cameras in the area invading neighborhood yards around 2:30 a.m. Friday. >> Download the free WMUR app...
Forest Service shares safety reminders
As make residents enjoy Memorial Day weekend, officials with the NH Forest Service reminds residents to prioritize safety. Whether residents are planning a camping trip, a hike, or a scenic drive, check weather conditions for the area. Spring melt-off, heavy rainfall, or slower seasonal changes can cause stream crossings to be high. Be responsible and assess the hazards and risks before entering any section of water — and remember the water is still very cold.
Laconia police seek person of interest in ongoing investigation
LACONIA — Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man described as a person of interest in an unspecified case, authorities said Friday. Chief Matt Canfield of the Laconia Police Department made the appeal in the afternoon, urging the community to come forward with any information that could assist in identifying the individual. “We are looking to identify the male subject who is a person of interest,” Canfield stated.
Two charged in overdose death after selling fentanyl in Conway
CONCORD — Attorney General John M. Formella and Conway Police Chief Christopher Mattei announced the indictment of James Gray, 47, and Cory Sellers, 39, by the Carroll County Grand Jury in connection with the overdose death of Jordan Stocker in Conway on Oct. 20. Gray and Sellers face one...
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