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Belmont Man Arrested After N.H. Pursuit Ends in Route 4 Standoff

State police plan charges tied to a Belmont investigation, including kidnapping, reckless conduct, disobeying an officer.

Overview

  • New Hampshire State Police said 55-year-old Scott E. Newcomb surrendered on Route 4 in Durham after troopers negotiated during a prolonged standoff.
  • Troopers assumed command after Strafford police attempted to stop a Dodge Ram 3500 connected to an ongoing Belmont case and the driver fled.
  • A minor passenger exited the truck in Somersworth without injury and was taken by officers to a family member.
  • Tire deflation devices were deployed multiple times before the vehicle stopped, Route 4 was closed during the negotiations, and multiple local agencies assisted.
  • Police said Newcomb was released to Belmont Police and will face kidnapping, reckless conduct and disobeying-an-officer charges, with a court date pending.