Drug Take Back Day

The Rollinsford Police Department is participating in the DEA Take Back Drug Day, Saturday, April 28, 10 am to 2 pm.  Drop off your unused, unwanted, outdated prescriptions at the PD and they will be disposed of.  No questions asked.
If you are unable to drop them off, call 742-2724 to arrange for pickup or you may drop them off at the PD anytime.
Unwanted medications should not be thrown in the trash or flushed down the toilet.

RPD Officer Saves Life

On Tuesday, December 12, at approximately 8:39 pm, Rollinsford Police respond to a Highland Avenue residence after 911 received a call reporting an overdose.

Officer Jamie Lajoie found the
34 year old male not conscious, not breathing and blue in color. Officer Lajoie administered CPR. Within a few minutes, the male had a pulse and started breathing on his own. York Ambulance and Rollinsford Fire arrived soon thereafter and administered additional care.

The male was transported to Wentworth Douglass Hospital. Police believe it may have been a heroin overdose. But for the quick and professional actions of Officer Lajoie, this incident may have turned out tragic.

RPD Requests Public’s Assistance: Route 4 Collision

The Rollinsford Police have identified the driver of the vehicle involved in the hit and run collision that
occurred on Portland Avenue on November 7th which seriously injured a Rollinsford resident.  The driver
has been identified as   Stephen Spofford, age 50, last known address in Somersworth.  Police have an
active warrant for his arrest and are asking the public’s help in locating him.  We have reason to believe that
he knows we are looking for him.  Please call the Rollinsford Police Department at 742-2724 if you have seen
him or know where he is.

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Winter Parking Ban

The town wide Winter Parking Ban begins November 15 and ends April 1. 

Town Ordinance 75-01 prohibits parking on any street between the hours of 12 am and 6 am.  Vehicles found in violation will receive a ticket. Vehicles found hindering snow removal operations will be ticketed and towed at the owner’s expense.  The parking ban is in effect regardless of the weather conditions.

To receive notification of daytime storm related emergency ban notifications please click here to sign up.

 

Firearms Permits

It was reported in the recently released Town newsletter that permits are required for firearms.  This information is incorrect.  Permits ARE NOT required for the purchase or carrying of a firearm.  You may still obtain a Concealed Weapons Permit from the PD if you choose, but they are not required.

Police Seek Public’s Help

On November 7, Rollinsford Police respond to a collision on Portland Avenue in the vicinity of the Baer Road intersection. Two vehicles were involved. The vehicle that caused the collision fled the scene. The driver of the second vehicle was transported to Wentworth Douglass Hospital with injuries. RPD is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the suspect vehicle: grey/silver Nissan with drivers side damage. RPD is also asking anyone who may have witnessed the collision or was in the area around 7:55 pm to call the RPD at 742-2724.

Donations Wanted: Holiday Basket Program

The Police Association is seeking donations for the upcoming Holiday Basket Program.  The Association has provided complete holiday meal baskets at Thanksgiving and Christmas to local residents in need since 1984.

Items needed:  non perishable food, canned food, boxed stuffing, gift cards to Market Basket or cash donations.

For more information or to arrange pickup, please call Chief Robert Ducharme at 742-8549, ext 303.