New Hampshire
Massachusetts teen arrested after running boat aground on Lake Sunapee
Because the climate will get hotter and folks take their boats out to get pleasure from stress-free says out on the water, police are warning that whenever you throw alcohol into the combo, issues can escalate shortly.”One thing can occur so fast because it did final night time on Sunapee that might have been very detrimental and killed someone,” mentioned Sgt. Seth Alie with New Hampshire State Police Marine Patrol.On Saturday night time, a Massachusetts teenager was charged with boating whereas intoxicated after New Hampshire crews discovered his boat run aground up a hill. Operator Michael Smith, 19, and a passenger have been nonetheless within the boat when police, fireplace and marine patrol arrived.”He was beneath the authorized age to be consuming alcohol. And in the end, that boat went 20 toes up onto the shoreline,” Alie mentioned.They weren’t damage. Alie mentioned the steep embankment and brush might have softened the blow, however the consequence may have been worse.”Twenty to 30 toes to the left of the place the boat went aground on the shoreline was the yacht membership itself,” Alie mentioned.Marine patrol will take part in “Operation Dry Water,” a nationwide marketing campaign that goals to scale back alcohol and drug use on the water.”The general public out right here boating wants to ensure they’re checking their environment, ensuring that they’ve all the suitable security gear onboard their boat, ensuring the lights are working earlier than they exit after darkish in order that they do not have a situation the place doubtlessly somebody runs them over as a result of they do not have a stern mild,” Alie mentioned.Alie mentioned it is necessary to designate a sober driver whenever you’re out on the water.
Because the climate will get hotter and folks take their boats out to get pleasure from stress-free says out on the water, police are warning that whenever you throw alcohol into the combo, issues can escalate shortly.
“One thing can occur so fast because it did final night time on Sunapee that might have been very detrimental and killed someone,” mentioned Sgt. Seth Alie with New Hampshire State Police Marine Patrol.
On Saturday night time, a Massachusetts teenager was charged with boating whereas intoxicated after New Hampshire crews discovered his boat run aground up a hill.
Operator Michael Smith, 19, and a passenger have been nonetheless within the boat when police, fireplace and marine patrol arrived.
“He was beneath the authorized age to be consuming alcohol. And in the end, that boat went 20 toes up onto the shoreline,” Alie mentioned.
They weren’t damage. Alie mentioned the steep embankment and brush might have softened the blow, however the consequence may have been worse.
“Twenty to 30 toes to the left of the place the boat went aground on the shoreline was the yacht membership itself,” Alie mentioned.
Marine patrol will take part in “Operation Dry Water,” a nationwide marketing campaign that goals to scale back alcohol and drug use on the water.
“The general public out right here boating wants to ensure they’re checking their environment, ensuring that they’ve all the suitable security gear onboard their boat, ensuring the lights are working earlier than they exit after darkish in order that they do not have a situation the place doubtlessly somebody runs them over as a result of they do not have a stern mild,” Alie mentioned.
Alie mentioned it is necessary to designate a sober driver whenever you’re out on the water.
BRADFORD, N.H. (WCAX) – Authorities say a man involved in an hourslong standoff with police at a home in Bradford, New Hampshire, died after the house went up in flames.
Police were called to the home on West Main Street at about 12:45 p.m. Thursday for a report of a man in crisis. Officers found the man armed with a knife. They tried to de-escalate the situation but were not successful.
At about 5:30 p.m., police spotted fire and smoke started coming from the home. Multiple crews were called in to fight the fire which took hours to extinguish.
The man was found dead inside the house after the fire was out. His body was sent to the medical examiner for autopsy to verify his identity and confirm the cause and manner of death. Police say the death is not considered suspicious.
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A man was found dead Thursday following a standoff and a house fire at a New Hampshire home, according to authorities.
The New Hampshire State Fire Marshal says they responded to a residence on West Main Street around 12:43 p.m. for a report of a man armed with a knife in crisis.
Multiple law enforcement agencies provided additional assistance at the scene.
According to officials, attempts were made to de-escalate the situation to no avail.
Around 5:30 p.m., investigators say they saw smoke and fire coming from the home and as the flames intensified, mutual aid was called to the scene.
Crews battled the blaze for hours and were eventually able to knock it down.
Authorities say they found the deceased man after a subsequent search of the home. His name is being withheld at this time.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will conduct an autopsy to verify his identity and cause and manner of death.
Police say the death does not appear to be suspicious.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is encouraged to contact the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office at (603) 223-4289.
No further information was immediately available.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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