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Man arrested in Mass. on ‘fugitive from justice’ charge in connection with Lowell Street fatal shooting

Investigators have identified all of the involved parties to the shooting, and the ongoing investigation includes whether the person who shot Carlos Rodriguez acted in self-defense. Investigators believe there are additional bystanders who have not come forward to report what they saw and/or heard.  Any individuals with direct information about this event who were behind or outside the Red Arrow Diner at 61 Lowell St., are asked to contact the Manchester Police Department at (603) 668-8711 and ask for the Detective Unit. READ MORE

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State ‘doubles efforts’ to deter crimes against seniors after spike in elder abuse referrals

The NH Elder Abuse Unit, previously staffed by a prosecutor, victim-witness advocate, and program specialist, has seen a 71% increase in referrals over the last five years (from 758 to 1,295). The increase in referrals is attributable to several factors, including the increase in our older adult population, Attorney General John Formella said during a press conference on Aug. 21. READ MORE