Campton Police Department

08/31/2026

Welcome Back!

Miller’s favorite day of the year is here! First day of school and he is so excited to see everyone!! Have an amazing first day to all the students! 📚🚌✏️

Campton Police Department Campton Elementary School

08/30/2026

Students Return to School on Monday

Please allow extra time during the morning commute and be alert for children and school buses.

08/26/2026

Driver Charged in Connection with Hit-and-Run of Watering Trough

In the early morning hours of Saturday, August 8, 2026, the historical watering trough at the intersection of Mad River Road and Rt 175 in Campton's Upper Village was damaged in a hit-and-run crash.

As a result of the investigation into the crash, the Campton Police Department located the vehicle involved and identified the driver as;

Christian Bayles, age 26, of Fairfield, CT.

On August 25, 2026, Bayles was arrested on a warrant and charged with negligent driving, conduct after an accident, and criminal mischief. Following the arrest, he was released on personal recognizance bail to appear for arraignment in the 2nd Circuit Plymouth Court.

08/08/2026

***Update***
The vehicle has been located and the driver has been identified. Further information to be released once it can be released publicly.

Public assistance requested for crash

In the early morning hours of Saturday August 8, 2026, the historical watering trough at the intersection of Mad River Road and Rt 175 in Campton's Upper Village was damaged in a crash ​where the vehicle and driver left the scene.

The Campton Police Department is encouraging home and business owners ​to review surveillance footage, and is requesting anyone who has information concerning the crash, or knows of a recently damaged vehicle, to contact the police department at (603) 726-8874. Callers may remain anonymous if they choose.

08/06/2026

The administrative office will be closed until August 17th. Officers are available 24 hours a day and may be reached by calling dispatch at (603) 726-8874 ext. 1 or by using the blue call box at the front entrance of the building.

08/04/2026

Tonight is THE night! National Night Out 2026 at Benton's Sugar Shack in Thornton, NH! Thank you to Bentons for donating the use of their driving range for our event, making all of your pictures a little bit more picturesque!

Thanks again to Owl's Nest Resort, Main Event Sponsor, for donating not only the food but their all-star staff to cook it all for the community! We truly could not make this event happen without the generosity of sponsors like The Owls Nest Resort, Benton's Sugar Shack or our Gold, Silver, Bronze and Community Sponsors. Thank you to all who have contributed, making this event truly special!

Stay tuned for our RAFFLE SPONSORS!

08/03/2026

From July 1 to July 31, 2026, the police department logged 873 calls for service and made 16 arrests. The following is a summary of arrests made by officers during this period.

A 48-year-old female was arrested for felony second-degree assault; domestic violence strangulation, domestic violence assault, simple assault, disorderly conduct, and theft on Route 175.

A 36-year-old male was arrested for felony OHRV conduct after an accident; death/injury, driving after suspension for DUI, taking an OHRV without owner’s consent, reckless operation of an OHRV, and criminal mischief on Owl Street.

A 38-year-old male was arrested for failure to comply with s*x offender registration

A 22-year-old male was arrested for two counts of failure to comply with s*x offender registration and obstructing government administration

A 37-year-old male was arrested on Ellsworth Hill Road for driving under the influence, driving after suspension, disobeying an officer, reckless operation, transporting an open container of alcohol, failure to yield to an emergency vehicle, failure to use a turn signal, failure to stop at a stop sign, lane control, and breach of bail conditions

A 22-year-old male was arrested for domestic violence assault, harassment, and stalking on Route 3

A 51-year-old male was arrested on Jenny Lane on a bench warrant

A 37-year-old female was released on a summons to appear in court for driving after suspension on Owl Street.

A 40-year-old male was released on a summons to appear in court for unlawful activities; Litter control

A 35-year-old female was released on a summons to appear in court for operating without a valid license on Route 3

A 36-year-old male was arrested for breach of bail conditions

A 46-year-old male was arrested for bail jumping

A 25-year-old male was arrested for bail jumping

A 36-year-old female was arrested for breach of bail conditions

An individual was taken into protective custody for an involuntary emergency admission

Additionally, the police department made 208 motor vehicle stops, issuing 197 warnings and 11 citations, and responded to 5 motor vehicle crashes.

07/28/2026

We are just ONE WEEK AWAY from NATIONAL NIGHT OUT at Benton's Sugar Shack! Thank you to our Community Sponsors, Noyes Insurance, Plymouth Recreation Plymouth New Hampshire, Classen's Tree Service, Mosquito Pros NH, Service Credit Union, Mayhew Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Covered Bridge Farm Table, Arbortech Tree Specialists, Bobcat Country Grill and Olde Waterville Pizza Company for your support in making this one-of-a-kind event happen in our community!

Join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4 beginning at 5pm! Those looking to sponsor the event should reach out to [email protected].

07/28/2026

***Update Owner Found***

07/09/2026

From June 1 to June 30, 2026, the police department logged 969 calls for service and made 19 arrests. The following is a summary of arrests made by officers during this period.

A 27-year-old female was indicted for possession of methamphetamine

A 37-year-old male was arrested on Ellsworth Hill Road for driving under the influence and open container of alcohol

A 65-year-old male was arrested for forgery, obstructing government administration, and indirect criminal contempt of court

A 39-year-old male was arrested and released on a summons to appear in court for driving after suspension on Route 175

A 42-year-old female was arrested on Tower Road on a warrant for bail jumping

A 16-year-old male was arrested and released on a summons to appear in court for taking a vehicle without owner's consent

A 16-year-old male was arrested and released on a summons to appear in court for taking a vehicle without owner's consent

A 21-year-old male was arrested for bail jumping

A 42-year-old female was arrested on Interstate 93 on a bench warrant

An intoxicated male was taken into protective custody on Route 175

A 29-year-old male was summoned to court for violating the motor vehicle limitations on the Blair Covered Bridge

A 71-year-old male was summoned to court for having a vicious dog

Several juveniles were arrested and charged as delinquents for burglary and conspiracy to commit burglary

Additionally, the police department made 164 motor vehicle stops, issuing 156 warnings and 8 citations, and responded to 5 motor vehicle crashes.