The Campton Police and Grafton County Sheriff's Office will be raising funds for Special Olympics on Friday August 18th at Dunkin Donuts, 3 Tower Road in Campton.
Any Donation = Free Donut with Coffee Purchase
Vehicle Break-Ins along Pemigewasset River / Livermore Falls
On August 7, 2017 the Campton Police received several reports of car break-ins and thefts at the Pemigewasset Boat Launch on Route 49 and at Livermore Falls on Route 3. These incidents occurred during the afternoon hours and are currently being investigated. If anyone has any information or saw any suspicious activity please contact the Police Department at 726-8874.
The Campton Police Department would like to remind people to remove valuables from their car or hide them out of view, activate your car alarm (if equipped), and lock your doors and windows.
For the period of July 1 - July 31, 2017 the police department investigated 141 incidents, made 22 arrests, and responded to 625 calls for service.
Incidents included assaults, burglary, drug offenses, suspicious persons, driving under the influence, trespassing, harassment, disorderly conduct, fraud, thefts, and other offenses.
The following is a synopsis of arrests made by officers during this period. Please note that juvenile and civil offenses are not included.
An 18 year old female was arrested on Route 49 for unlawful possession of alcohol
A 17 year old male was arrested on Route 49 for unlawful possession of alcohol and transporting alcoholic beverages by a minor
A 61 year old male was arrested on Route 49 for a bench warrant
A 19 year old male was arrested on Route 49 for a bench warrant
A 38 year old male was arrested on Interstate 93 for possession of a controlled drug
A 29 year old female was arrested for failing to answer a summons
A 26 year old male was arrested on Route 49 for driving after suspension, false inspection sticker, and possession of controlled drugs
A 61 year old male was summoned on Route 49 for public urination
A 39 year old male was arrested on Riverside Drive for possession of controlled drugs
A 26 year old female was arrested for bail jumping
A 50 year old male was arrested on Route 3 for driving as a habitual offender
A 35 year old female was arrested for possession of a false inspection sticker
A 28 year old female was arrested for theft on Six Flags Road
Additionally the Campton Police made 138 motor vehicle stops issuing 130 warnings and 8 citations and investigated 12 motor vehicle accidents.
On July 29, 2017 at 10:14PM the vehicle pictured below was responsible for damage to the Blair Bridge. If you have any information about the vehicle or the driver please contact the Campton Police Department at (603) 726-8874. The vehicle was heading towards Route 175. Anonymous submissions may be made through the website at camptonpd.org.
The vehicle involved is believed to be a black Dodge Ram 1500.
Pedestrians Struck By Motor Vehicle
On July 17, 2017 at approximately 2:40 pm, the Campton Police Department and Campton-Thornton Fire Rescue responded to Route 175 at Broomstick Lane for a one vehicle collision with 2 pedestrians.
According to witnesses, the vehicle, a late model Nissan sedan was traveling north on Route 175 and failed to observe two pedestrians who had just crossed the road, nearing the shoulder.
The pedestrians, Willis Merrill, 84, and Elaine VanKnowe, 73, both of Campton sustained numerous injuries and were transported by the Campton-Thornton Ambulance and the Plymouth FD Ambulance to Speare Hospital. The driver of the Nissan, Waneta Lesage, 86, of Thornton was not injured.
Neither alcohol, drugs, nor speed are believed to have contributed to the collision. NH State Police and Thornton Police assisted at the scene. The investigation continues by the Campton Police Department.
Campton Police Department shared Granite State Dog Recovery's photo.
Missing in Ellsworth NH – “Jack” is a male American Eskimo, white and fluffy, 6 years, 35 pounds. He is wearing a collar. Jack is shy – Do Not Chase! Missing since 7/2/2017 from Ellsworth H...
This dog has been reunited with its owner!
Found dog! This friendly guy was turned in without a collar. If you have any information that can assist with returning this dog to its owner please contact the NH Humane Society at (603) 524-3252
For the period of May 1 - May 31, 2017 the police department investigated 169 incidents, made 15 arrests, and responded to 682 calls for service. Incidents included assaults, drug offenses, suspicious persons, driving under the influence, trespassing, harassment, disorderly conduct, fraud, thefts, and other offenses.
A 31 year old male was arrested on Route 3 on a warrant from the Belknap County Sheriff's Office
A 58 year old male was indicted for possession of a controlled drug with intent to distribute and manufacture of a controlled drug
A 61 year old male was arrested for domestic violence assault on Heights Road
A 27 year old male was arrested on Route 49 for driving after suspension
A 19 year old male was arrested on Route 49 for possession of a controlled drug
An 18 year old female was arrested on Route 49 for possession of a controlled drug
A 48 year old male was arrested for three counts of harassment on Sunset Circle
A 25 year old female was arrested for theft on Tower Road
A 57 year old female was arrested for violation of a protective order on Sunset Circle
A 57 year old female was arrested for criminal threatening on Sunset Circle
A 21 year old female was arrested on Route 49 for driving after suspension and driving with a suspended registration
A 26 year old female was arrested for criminal trespass on Ellsworth Hill Road
A 29 year old male was arrested on Blair Road for driving after suspension
A 29 year old male was arrested on Blair Road for driving after suspension and indirect criminal contempt of court
Additionally the Campton Police made 196 motor vehicle stops issuing 183 warnings and 13 citations and investigated 5 motor vehicle accidents.
Found dog! We recovered this guy on Route 175 near the intersection of Pulsifer Hill Road (not too far from the Holderness line). He is a friendly Maltese without a collar. He is favoring his left rear leg and is at Campton PD for the time being. If you are missing your dog or you know someone in the area who has one, please call. 726-8874.
The Campton Police Department is investigating a hit and run in the parking lot of Campton Plaza that occurred on May 25 at approximately 4:30 pm. The driver, seen here, had just left the NH Liquor store and got into a tan-colored Toyota Tacoma with extended cab and hard bed cover.The pickup backed into a red Ford Mustang, causing damage to the left front corner, and then left without notifying the driver of the Ford or the police. If you believe you recognize the person in the photo, please notify the Campton Police Department at 603-726-8874.
Campton Police Department shared NH Department of Transportation's post.
Granite curbing slope failure in Campton... District 3 crews have responded to NH Route 175 in Campton where a section of granite curbing slope work was undermined and collapsed. The pavement is sett...
Campton Man Indicted for Possessing 11 Pounds of Marijuana
On May 19, 2017 David Brown, 58, of Campton was indicted in the Grafton County Superior Court for two felony counts of Controlled Drug Act; Acts Prohibited - Manufacture of a controlled drug and possession of a controlled drug with intent to distribute.
The indictments are the result of a Campton Police Department investigation. Brown is scheduled to be arraigned on June 12th in the Grafton County Superior Court.
Join the Town of Campton for a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Blair Cemetery on Monday, May 29th at 9:00am
Campton Police Department shared New Hampshire State Police's post.
On May 24, 2017 at 11AM members of the New Hampshire State Police - #TroopF, Thornton Police Department, Campton Police Department, and Waterville Valley Department of Public Safety embarked on a 21.2...
*Traffic Alert US Route 3*
Runners/Bicyclists on the road
Law Enforcement will be participating in the Torch Run for Special Olympics today from Woodstock to Plymouth via Route 3
*Update* The owner has been located
This dog was turned in to the PD today and we are trying to locate its owner. If you recognize this dog please call the NH Humane Society in Laconia at 524-3252
Great work by all involved
Crews working to rescue a stranded swimmer at Livermore Falls in Campton, NH.
The Blair Bridge will be CLOSED for repairs Tuesday, May 9th from 7:00am to 5:00pm.
For the period of April 1 - April 30, 2017 the police department investigated 121 incidents, made 13 arrests, and responded to 540 calls for service. Incidents included assaults, drug offenses, suspicious persons, driving under the influence, trespassing, harassment, disorderly conduct, fraud, thefts, and other offenses.
A 33 year old male was arrested on Route 49 for aggravated driving while intoxicated, possession of controlled drugs, and open container
A 58 year old female was arrested on Ellsworth Hill Road for driving under the influence (3rd offense) and open container
A 29 year old male was arrested on Perch Pond Road for fraudulent use of a credit card, indirect criminal contempt of court, driving after suspension, and a bench warrant
A 33 year old male was arrested on Sunset Circle for violation of a protective order and indirect criminal contempt of court
A 29 year old female was arrested on Interstate 93 for driving after suspension
A 54 year old male was arrested for conduct after an accident (hit and run) on Route 49
A 19 year old male was arrested on Blair Road for transporting alcohol by a minor
A 53 year old male was arrested on Route 49 for driving under the influence
A 23 year old male was arrested for bail jumping
A 22 year old male was arrested for negligent driving on Route 3
A 35 year old male was arrested for Thornton PD on Route 49 for domestic violence assault
A 19 year old male was arrested for conduct after an accident (hit and run) on Blair Road
A female was taken in to custody for an involuntary emergency admission
Additionally the Campton Police made 117 motor vehicle stops issuing 105 warnings and 12 citations and investigated 1 motor vehicle accident.