Man crashed stolen car, ran naked across NH highway, police say

A New Hampshire man is facing a slew of charges after allegedly crashing a stolen car and running naked across travel lanes. 

Shawn P. Weiner Sr., 35, of Somersworth, was arrested on March 9 after multiple passing drivers called police to report a nude man traveling on foot on Route 16 in Dover just after 3:15 p.m. Officials said the incident caused an “interruption to traffic” on the busy travel lanes.

State troopers arrived at the scene and quickly arrested Weiner. Before the incident, Weiner allegedly crashed a car on Varney Road in Dover after the vehicle had been reported stolen in Somersworth, according to investigators.

Police said Weiner allegedly left the scene of the crash on foot and while fleeing, discarded his clothing on the shoulder of the highway before crossing all lanes. Investigators did not release information as to why Weiner removed his clothing.

Weiner was transported to an area hospital for treatment of minor injuries suffered in the crash.

Weiner was charged with indecent exposure and lewdness, reckless conduct, two counts of disorderly conduct, and littering.  Dover police also filed separate charges related to the crash.

The reported theft of the vehicle involved in the crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information can contact Sgt. Matthew Locke at [email protected].