Arson Investigation

In reference to the ongoing investigation into a fire at the Portsmouth Middle School in the early morning hours of Saturday May 23, 2020, the Portsmouth Police Department is asking residents to notify the Police if they discover that they are missing a propane tank typically associated with a gas grill. We would also ask residents of the south side of the City to check any personal video surveillance systems for any suspicious activity between the hours of 12:30am and 3:30am. Please contact either Detective Matthew Hester at 603-610-7502, the Portsmouth Police Department at 603-427-1500 or Seacoast Crime Stoppers.

“Anonymous tips can be made through Seacoast Crime Stoppers by calling (603) 431-1199, online at www.seacoastcrimestoppers.com , and through the new “P3” phone app available as a free download for Apple and Android phones.  Rewards of up to $1,000.00 may be paid for help solving cases if the information leads to an arrest or indictment of a suspect(s).”  

For Chief Robert Merner

Det. Sgt. Jonathan Aubin

Portsmouth Police Department

Investigative Division