Disturbance Leads to Drug Arrests![]()
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On January 7, 2022 at 6:08AM Campton Police responded to a business on US Route 3 for a report of a disturbance involving a naked male.![]()
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Upon arrival police located a nude 34 year old male inside of the business. The male was subsequently transported to a local hospital by Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue for evaluation. Upon his release police arrested the male on charges of possession of methamphetamine, indecent exposure and lewdness, and disorderly conduct. He was subsequently bailed to appear in the Grafton County Superior Court and transported to the Grafton County House of Corrections on a 72-hour hold for Probation and Parole.![]()
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Through their investigation Campton Police obtained a search warrant for a second location which led to the seizure of a quantity of methamphetamine and the arrest of a 31 year old female for possession of methamphetamine. She was bailed and released to appear in the Grafton County Superior Court.![]()
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Campton Police were assisted on scene by the Plymouth Police Department and the NH State Police.![]()
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If you or someone you know is experiencing alcohol or drug addiction, the New Hampshire Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Prevention and Treatment Services provides a listing of state-funded alcohol and drug misuse treatment programs and opioid treatment programs supervised by the state which is available at www.dhhs.nh.gov/dcbcs/bdas/guide.htm. For statewide referrals and additional information, you may also dial 2-1-1.
The Campton Police Department is pleased to announce the recent promotions of Officer Anthony Scott to Corporal and Detective James Morton to Detective Sergeant. ![]()
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Corporal Scott began his law enforcement career in 2017 with the Merrimack County (N.H.) Department of Corrections. In 2019 he was hired by the Campton Police Department and is a graduate of the 181st N.H. Police Academy. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Plymouth State University and is a certified Taser and defensive tactics instructor. Cpl. Scott will serve as the Department’s Training Officer and will be a first-line supervisor for patrol officers. ![]()
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Detective Sergeant James Morton has over 25 years of law enforcement experience having previously worked as a Detective for the Groveland (MA) Police Department and an investigator with the Essex County (MA) Sheriff’s Office. In 2018 he joined the Campton Police Department as the agency’s Detective. During the course of his career he has received specialized training in investigations to include evidence collection and preservation, interviewing and interrogations, and undercover drug operations. In 2019 Det. Sgt. Morton received a commendation for safely resolving an incident involving a despondent person who was threatening suicide with a firearm. Det. Sgt. Morton will continue serving as the department’s lead criminal investigator with the added responsibilities of mentoring and leading his fellow officers. ![]()
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Please join us in congratulating both Cpl. Scott and Det. Sgt. Morton on their well-deserved promotions!
***Please contact the New Hampshire Humane Society at (603) 524-3252 if you know who the owner is***![]()
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Found dog on Hogback Rd.
For the period of December 1 to December 31, 2021, the police department logged 504 calls for service, investigated 122 incidents, and made 15 arrests.![]()
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An 18-year-old female was arrested on Interstate 93 for driving under the influence, driving without a license, uninspected vehicle, and a warrant from the Merrimack County Sheriff's Office ![]()
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A 36-year-old male was arrested on NH Route 49 for possession of methamphetamine, possession of fentanyl, and driving without a license - subsequent![]()
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A 28-year-old male was arrested on Southmayd Rd for driving under the influence![]()
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An 18-year-old female was arrested for reckless driving and overtaking a school bus on Dan Web Road![]()
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A 58-year-old female was arrested on NH Route 175 for stalking and indirect criminal contempt of court![]()
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A 21-year-old male was arrested on Vintinner Road for driving after suspension![]()
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A 21-year-old male was arrested on Gearty Way on a bench warrant![]()
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A 22-year-old female was arrested for bail jumping![]()
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A 31-year-old female was arrested on Sunset Circle on a warrant for willful concealment - theft![]()
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A 34-year-old male was arrested on Sunset Circle on a warrant for willful concealment - theft![]()
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An 18-year-old male was arrested on Interstate 93 for transporting alcoholic beverages by a minor![]()
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An 18-year-old male was arrested on Interstate 93 for unlawful possession of alcohol![]()
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A 23-year-old male was arrested on Interstate 93 for allowing an improper person to operate a motor vehicle![]()
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A 31-year-old male was arrested on NH Route 175 for driving after suspension-subsequent![]()
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Additionally, Campton Police made 48 motor vehicle stops issuing 46 warnings and 2 citations, and investigated 9 motor vehicle accidents.
The Campton Police Department would like to remind residents and visitors that depositing trash and litter on public and private property and in privately owned dumpsters without the permission of the owner is a crime punishable up to a $1,200 fine.![]()
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If you provide short-term rentals please consider having on-site trash disposal for your guests. We have seen an increase in complaints about illegal dumping and ask that everyone be considerate to our businesses and neighbors who are often left paying for the trash removal. ![]()
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NH RSA 163-B:3 Unlawful Activities. –![]()
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It shall be unlawful for any person or persons to dump, deposit, throw or leave, or to cause or permit the dumping, depositing, placing, throwing or leaving of litter on any public or private property in this state, or in or on ice or in any waters in this state, unless:![]()
I. Such property is designated by the state or by any of its agencies or political subdivisions for the disposal of such litter, and such person is authorized by the proper public authority to use such property;![]()
II. Such litter is placed into a litter receptacle or container installed on such property;![]()
III. Such person is the owner or tenant in lawful possession of such property, or has first obtained consent of the owner or tenant in lawful possession, or unless the act is done under the personal direction of said owner or tenant, all in a manner consistent with the public welfare.
Share What You Know. Stop Scams.![]()
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Chances are good that someone you know has been scammed. They may not talk about it, but the statistics do.![]()
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The truth is that sharing what you know can help protect someone you know from a scam. Please visit the FTC for more information on protecting yourself or someone you know from scams.![]()
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For the period of November 1 to November 30, 2021, the police department logged 645 calls for service, investigated 124 incidents, and made 16 arrests.![]()
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A 51-year-old male was arrested on Southmayd Rd for possession of fentanyl and a warrant for the Grafton County Sheriff's Office![]()
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A 21-year-old female was arrested on Vintinner Road on an electronic bench warrant and a warrant for endangering the welfare of a child and possession of methamphetamine![]()
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A 37-year-old male was arrested on Back Street for domestic violence criminal mischief![]()
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A 34-year-old male was arrested on a warrant for endangering the welfare of a child and possession of methamphetamine![]()
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A 40-year-old female was arrested for possession of cocaine on NH Route 49![]()
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A 34-year-old male was arrested on Back Street for domestic violence criminal threatening![]()
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A 43-year-old male was arrested on Back Street for domestic violence assault and criminal mischief![]()
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A 48-year-old male was arrested on US Route 3 for driving under the influence![]()
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A 56-year-old male was arrested on NH Route 49 on a warrant for Gilford PD![]()
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A 46-year-old female was arrested for stalking and indirect criminal contempt of court on Lower Beech Hill Road![]()
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A 53-year-old male was arrested on US Route 3 for disorderly conduct![]()
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A 52-year-old male was arrested on a warrant for bail jumping![]()
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A 35-year-old male was arrested on NH Route 49 for driving with suspended registrations, driving after suspension, and open container of alcohol![]()
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A 23-year-old male was arrested on a warrant for bail jumping![]()
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A 50-year-old male was arrested on NH Route 175 for driving after suspension![]()
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A 24-year-old female was arrested on NH Route 49 for driving with suspended registrations![]()
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Additionally, Campton Police made 89 motor vehicle stops issuing 86 warnings and 3 citations, and investigated 3 motor vehicle accidents.
Blair Covered Bridge will be closed December 14th - December 19th for repairs and maintenance.
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Trooper Joseph Gearty and Trooper Gary Parker were killed when their patrol car was crushed by a load of wood that had fallen from a tractor-trailer while en route to the Grafton County Jail transporting an arrest made in Campton. The prisoner was also killed in the accident. ![]()
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The changing of road names in Campton for the 911 system enabled Chief Warn to receive permission to name Gearty Way in honor of Trooper Joseph Gearty who was a friend of the community. ![]()
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Trooper Joseph Gearty and Trooper Gary Parker were killed when their patrol car was crushed by a load of wood which had fallen from a tractor trailer. They were transporting a prisoner when the tracto...
Today we honor all Veterans, and recognize one of our own, Officer Jon Brady, USAF. Happy Veterans Day, and thank you to all who have served.
Campton Welcomes New Police Officer![]()
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On November 8, 2021, Officer Jordan Pellowe was sworn in as Campton's newest police officer. Officer Pellowe is a New Hampshire native and comes to us with public safety experience as she is a nationally registered EMT and previously worked as a police dispatcher in the lakes region. At her swearing-in ceremony, she was supported by friends and former co-workers and had her badge pinned onto her uniform by her parents. ![]()
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Officer Pellowe is excited to start her new career in Campton and looks forward to serving the community. Please join us in welcoming her to the Department!
For the period of October 1 to October 31, 2021, the police department logged 799 calls for service, investigated 118 incidents, and made 19 arrests.![]()
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A 52-year-old male was arrested on Branch Brook Road for operating as a habitual offender, disobeying a police officer, uninspected vehicle, and misuse of plates![]()
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A 41-year-old female was arrested on Interstate 93 for possession of fentanyl and possession of methamphetamine![]()
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A 31-year-old female was arrested on Riverside Drive for possession of fentanyl and a warrant for the Grafton County Sheriff's Office![]()
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A 32-year-old male was arrested for possession of methamphetamine on NH Route 175![]()
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A 42-year-old female was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and driving after suspension on NH Route 175![]()
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A 42-year-old female was arrested on US Route 3 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of fentanyl![]()
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A 31-year-old female was arrested on US Route 3 for possession of methamphetamine and possession of fentanyl![]()
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A 55-year-old male was arrested on NH Route 49 for possession of fentanyl, driving with suspended registrations, and driving after suspension![]()
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A 35-year-old male was arrested on US Route 3 for driving after suspension for DUI![]()
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A 48-year-old male was arrested on US Route 3 for 2 counts of stalking, indirect criminal contempt of court, and criminal mischief![]()
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A 44-year-old female was arrested for conduct after an accident, criminal mischief, and negligent driving on Blair Road![]()
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A 34 year old male was arrested for 3 counts of stalking and harassment on Owl Street![]()
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A 45-year-old female was arrested on Lower Beech Hill Road for simple assault![]()
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A 43-year-old female was arrested on Lower Beech Hill Road for simple assault![]()
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A 65-year-old female was arrested on Interstate 93 for driving after suspension![]()
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A 51-year-old male was arrested on US Route 3 on a warrant for the Grafton County Sheriff's Office![]()
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Additionally, Campton Police made 60 motor vehicle stops issuing 57 warnings and 3 citations, and investigated 2 motor vehicle accidents.
Former Campton man arrested for failing to appear for sentencing on sex offender charge ![]()
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On October 31, 2021 at approximately 11:35PM Campton Police stopped a vehicle on US Route 3 for an equipment violation. During the course of the stop police recognized a passenger as Richard Glover, age 51, of Sanbornton, NH who was wanted for failing to appear for his sentencing on a 2019 Campton case convicting him of failure to register as a sex offender. Following the arrest, Glover was held without bail and transported to the Grafton County House of Corrections.
This week Campton Police Officers are training in de-escalation strategies and response to resistance using a simulation training system hosted by Primex. These are emotionally immersive role-playing simulation scenarios, with branching decision trees. Officers have an opportunity to exercise every facet of their training, from fine-tuning their presence, tone of voice, and de-escalation strategies to using force options, when necessary according to the law. ![]()
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Throughout every scenario, the instructor can make adjustments to hone both individual and interdependent aspects of their students’ judgment, situational awareness, and de-escalation skills.
We join our fellow brothers and sisters in the mourning of NH State Trooper Jesse Sherrill who was killed in the line of duty earlier this morning. Please take a moment of pause to think about SSgt. Sherrill and his family during this difficult time.There are no words to express how truly heartbroken we are at the loss of SSgt Jesse Sherrill. He was killed in the line of duty early this morning on I-95 in Portsmouth after being struck by a tractor trailer. ![]()
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Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. We ask that everyone allow them the space they deserve, while they begin the grieving process. ![]()
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The New Hampshire State Police lost a great Trooper and an even better person. He will be sorely missed. ![]()
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Rest In Peace Jesse.
For the period of September 1 to September 30 2021, the police department logged 908 calls for service, investigated 118 incidents, and made 13 arrests.![]()
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A 38-year-old male was arrested for possession of fentanyl and violation of parole![]()
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A 27-year-old male was arrested on Interstate 93 for possession of fentanyl and felonious use of a firearm![]()
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A 34-year-old male was arrested on US Route 3 for possession of methamphetamine and endangering the welfare of a child![]()
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A 21-year-old female was arrested on US Route 3 for possession of methamphetamine and endangering the welfare of a child![]()
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A 60-year-old female was arrested on Interstate 93 for driving under the influence![]()
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A 39-year-old female was arrested for bail jumping![]()
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A 20-year-old male was arrested on NH Route 49 for transporting alcohol by a minor![]()
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A 41-year-old male was arrested on a warrant for Berlin PD.![]()
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A 46-year-old male was arrested for conduct after an accident, negligent driving, and criminal mischief on NH Route 175![]()
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A 61-year-old male was arrested for possession of an infernal machine and disorderly conduct on Riverside Drive![]()
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Additionally, Campton Police made 48 motor vehicle stops issuing 41 warnings and 7 citations, and investigated 6 motor vehicle accidents.