Claremont Police Department

08/18/2026

08/05/2026

What an amazing night on Pleasant Street! 🚓🎉

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for National Night Out. It was great connecting with so many members of our community and enjoying an evening together!

We appreciate everyone who helped make the event such a success.

08/03/2026

🚔 Reminder: National Night Out is Tomorrow! 🚔

Join us for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Pleasant Street!

Come out and enjoy an evening of community, meet your local first responders, connect with your neighbors, and take part in a fun family-friendly event.

Please note the following traffic changes:
🚧 Pleasant Street will be closed beginning at 12:30 PM.
🚫 No parking will be permitted on Pleasant Street after 12:30 PM. Please move your vehicles before then to help us safely prepare for the event.

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing everyone for a great evening at National Night Out!

08/02/2026

*****PRESS RELEASE*****

August 2, 2026

In response to complaints about possible illegal activity at a home on Twistback Road, the Claremont Police Department conducted a focused investigation into narcotics distribution over the past few days. Claremont Police Officers, monitoring the activity of that building, made contacts with people who were coming from the home and developed probable cause that the occupants of the building were possessing and distributing drugs, specifically crack co***ne.

In the early morning hours of Sunday, August 2, Claremont Police officers, assisted by Deputies from the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office, executed a search warrant at 216 Twistback Road and seized a large quantity of suspected co***ne, crack co***ne, fentanyl, US currency and a firearm. During the operation, the following subjects were taken into custody:

MONTANA-LEE WOODSUM
AGE 29
Claremont, NH

Controlled Drug Act – Common Nuisances

SKYE REDMOND
AGE 30
Claremont, NH

Possession of Controlled Drugs with Intent to Distribute - Co***ne
Possession of Controlled Drugs with Intent to Distribute – Methamphetamine
Possession of Controlled Drugs with Intent to Distribute – Fentanyl/Heroin
Felonious Use of a Firearm

It is further alleged that Redmond committed these offenses while out on bail

DILLON CUTTING
AGE 26
Claremont, NH

Possession of Controlled Drugs with Intent to Distribute - Co***ne
Possession of Controlled Drugs with Intent to Distribute – Methamphetamine
Possession of Controlled Drugs with Intent to Distribute – Fentanyl/Heroin
Felonious Use of a Firearm

DANIEL RACE
Age 44
Claremont, NH

Electronic Bench Warrant

Three of the four subjects (Redmond, Cutting and Race) were detained at the Sullivan County House of Corrections until their arraignment in the 5th Circuit Court, Claremont District on Monday, August 3, 2026. Woodsum was released on personal recognizance bail, and is expected to appear in the 5th Circuit Court, Claremont District at a later date. We anticipate that additional charges and additional subjects will be arrested as a result of this investigation.

This investigation was supported by the Northern Shield Initiative through the New Hampshire Department of Safety. The Claremont Police Department, and all of our allied law enforcement agencies who collaborate in the Northern Shield Initiative, will aggressively work to interrupt the distribution of dangerous drugs into our community.

Authorized by:

Brent W. Wilmot
Chief of Police
Claremont Police Department

07/04/2026

The Claremont Police Department wishes you a happy and safe 4th of July!

07/01/2026

🚨 WANTED PERSON 🚨

The Claremont Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating CORY RICHARDSON, who is currently wanted on charges of Theft and Violation of Probation.

If you have information regarding CORY RICHARDSON’s whereabouts, please contact the Claremont Police Department at 603-542-9538. You may also submit information anonymously by calling 603-542-7026 X1234.

We appreciate the public’s continued assistance and support in helping keep our community safe.

06/26/2026

‼️FOUND DOG‼️

This friendly dog was found in Monadnock Park last night around 10 pm.

If you know who this pup belongs to, please contact the Claremont Police Department on our non-emergency line, 603-542-9538.

06/11/2026

Opening Day is Here!!! Start Your Summer With a Smile!!
Wristbands $25🎡🎟️🎪

05/29/2026

🚨 PRESS RELEASE 🚨

On May 28, 2026, members of the Vermont State Police, working in coordination with Detectives from the Claremont Police Department, arrested

Lance Simons
Age 55
West Charleston, VT

following an investigation that spanned several months. As a result of the investigation, Simons is being charged in New Hampshire with:

• 12 counts of Aggravated Felonious Sexual Assault
• 6 counts of Pattern Aggravated Felonious Sexual Assault
• 2 counts of Attempt to Commit Aggravated Felonious Sexual Assault
• 2 counts of Felonious Sexual Assault
• 1 count of Attempt to Commit Felonious Sexual Assault

This arrest is the result of the dedicated efforts of Claremont Police Detectives, who worked tirelessly to conduct interviews, collect physical evidence, and coordinate with numerous local, state, and federal partners.

The Claremont Police Department would like to express its gratitude to our allied law enforcement partners, members of our multidisciplinary team, victim advocates, and, most importantly, the many courageous survivors who have come forward and shared information with investigators. Their willingness to speak about deeply personal experiences has been instrumental in advancing this investigation.

As the investigation progressed, additional individuals came forward with information, helping investigators develop a more complete understanding of the allegations. Detectives continue to actively pursue leads and assess information received from the public.

This investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information relevant to this case, or anyone who believes they may have had contact or experiences that could assist investigators, is welcome to come forward. Every piece of information is carefully reviewed and may prove valuable to the investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Sergeant Cameron Blewitt at 603-542-7010. Anonymous tips may be provided to the Claremont Police Department Detective Division at 603-542-7026.