Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event at Dunkin Donuts

On Thursday, December 20, 2018, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to atte...

Crosspoint Church Assembly of God Generosity

Today Crosspoint Church Assembly of God delivered a delicious lunch to everyone at the Lebanon Police Department, even including leftover containers for those on later shifts. We cannot thank them enough for this generous lunch, their monthly treats, and ev...

“Stuff a Truck” Collections for Toys for Tots

Thank you to everyone who donated to our "Stuff a Truck" event for Toys for Tots on Saturday! We collected 1,011 toys, along with nearly $1,000 in cash donations, which was used to purchase additional toys. Huge thank you to Walmart for hosting ...

Man on Probation Arrested for Possession of Heroin

On December 7, 2018, Sergeant Michael Wright of the Lebanon Police Department observed a suspicious vehicle parked on Main Street with two male subjects inside. After making contact with the occupants, Sgt. Wright discovered that Tory C. Roberts, age 44, ...

Rutland Man Steals Vehicle in Lebanon

On December 6, 2018, at approximately 10:08PM Lebanon Police Officers were dispatched to Sandri’s on South Main Street for a report of a stolen vehicle. While the victim was inside the convenient store, a male, who was later identified as Jack P...

Winter Parking Ban Reminder

The Lebanon Police Department would like to remind its residents and visitors of the upcoming Winter Parking Ban that will begin on Saturday, December 1st and continue through April 1st between the hours of 12:00 am and 6:00 am.

City of Lebanon Code 168-06...

LPD “Stuff A Truck” Event

On Saturday, December 8, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department will be in front of Walmart at 285 Plainfield Road in West Lebanon hosting a “Stuff A Truck” event from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. All new, unwrapped toys donated will be given to the local Marine Toys...

Swearing In and Awards Ceremony

Basketball Tournament Fundraiser Success

Thank you to all the teams who played in Sunday’s 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, and thank to you to the CCBA for hosting. We raised over $1,500 for the Child Advocacy Center!

Winners in each division:Adult Division: Serve Pro TeamHigh School Divi...

Social Security Phone Scam

The Lebanon Police Department has received multiple reports of a scam phone call that is targeting Lebanon citizens who are on Social Security. The person on the phone is informing people that their Social Security assets and accounts will be immediately ...

Upcoming Police Training on South Main Street

On November 27, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department will be conducting Active Threat Response Training at 18 South Main Street in West Lebanon during business hours.

There will be a small police presence at the residence during the training. Officers will ...

White River JCT Man Arrested for Striking Woman with Vehicle

On November 19, 2018 at approximately 10:44AM, Lebanon Police and Fire units responded to the parking lot of the Circle K Convenience store on Main Street for a report of a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. Officers on scene learned that Dani...

Lebanon Police Firearms Qualification

 The Lebanon Police Department will be conducting their annual Low Light firearms qualification on Monday November 19, 2018 from 4:00 PM until 8:30 PM.

This event will be held at the Grafton County Fish and Game Association, 153 Trues Brook Road, ...

Reminder to Follow "Jessica's Law" This Winter

On November 14, 2018, at approximately 12:00 PM, Lebanon Police and Fire Departments responded to Interstate 89 Northbound between exits 18 and 19 for a report of a vehicle that was struck by snow and ice from another vehicle. 

The operator of the...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event at Jake's Coffee Co.

On Tuesday, November 20, 2018, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to atten...

LPD Food Drive

On Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 10 AM to 2 PM, the Lebanon Police will be sponsoring a Food Drive to benefit the LISTEN Community Services food pantry. The food drive will take place at Hannaford Supermarket, 8 Market Street in West Lebanon, New Hamps...

Annual Basketball Tournament

Each year, the Lebanon Police Department hosts a 3-on-3 basketball tournament at the CCBA to raise funds for a local nonprofit organization. This year's tournament is on Sunday, November 25, 2018, starting at 8:30 AM.

There are multiple divisions for boys ...

Lebanon Police Request Public Assistance in Identifying Theft Suspect

On October 15, 2018, it was reported to the Lebanon Police Department that a cell phone was stolen from a vehicle in the Walgreens parking lot. A suspect was identified during the investigation, shown on the surveillance photos below.

The Police Department...

Lebanon Police to Hold Public Forum for Input on Strategic Plan

The Lebanon Police Department would like to invite you to a Public Forum designed to gather input from community members to assist the department in its Strategic Planning process. The Lebanon Police Department will develop a five-year Strategic Plan over...

Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident Update

On November 7, 2018 at approximately 6:25PM, Lebanon Police and Fire units responded to the intersection of Hanover Street Extension and Evans Drive for a report of a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. Investigating officers determined that a ...

LPD Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident

On November 7, 2018 at approximately 6:25PM, Lebanon Police and Fire units responded to the intersection of Hanover Street Extension and Evans Drive for a report of a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. Investigating officers determined that a ...

Lebanon Police Investigating Reports of Gunshots

Lebanon Police Investigating Reports of Gunshots

On November 2, 2018 at approximately 11:15PM the Lebanon Police Department received multiple calls reporting gunshots in the area of North Main Street and Fountain Way. Lebanon Police Officers resp...

Two Men Arrested After Pursuit

Two Arrested After Motor Vehicle Pursuit

On November 2, 2018 at approximately 11:25PM, Sgt. Rich Norris observed a suspicious vehicle parked in the lot of the Boston Lot Lake on Route 10 in Lebanon. As Sgt. Norris attempted to investigate the veh...

Meet the Newest Lebanon K9s

On Saturday, November 10, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department and West Lebanon Feed and Supply invite the community to meet the newest members of the K9 Unit. Officer Jeremy Perkins and K9 Blesk recently completed training at the Vermont Police Canine Aca...

Upcoming Police Training on South Main Street

UPDATE: This training has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled for future dates, at which time we will notify the public.  

On November 6th and 7th the Lebanon Police Department will be conducting Active Threat Response Training at 18 South Main...

Halloween Safety Tips

Trick-or-Treating in Lebanon is tonight from 6PM to 8PM. In addition to keeping everyone safe, Lebanon Police Officers will be out and about with candy for the kids!

There will be Halloween celebration activities around Colburn Park from 4PM to 6PM, as wel...

Kid's Carnival Community Game Night Fun

Carnival Community Game Night, hosted by Crosspoint Church on Sunday, was a ton of fun! Thank you to Crosspoint Church Assembly of God for putting on a fun family event for the Upper Valley Community.

Thin Blue Line Flag Donated to the Police Department

Thank you to Jeff Peavey, owner of the The Country Cobbler, who graciously donated this Thin Blue Line Flag to the Police Department. The flag was handcrafted by Travis LaHaye of Rustic Country. It will be proudly displayed in the station. 

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National Drug Take Back Event

On Saturday, October 27, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department will be taking part in the Nationwide Drug Take Back Event. This event is a collaborative effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration, state and local law enforcement agencies in an effor...

McDonald's Fundraiser and Community Police Award

A big thank you to McDonald's for holding their statewide fundraiser for the New Hampshire Association of Chiefs of Police last night! As part of this fundraising event, McDonald's also recognizes several officers throughout NH who go above and beyond the...

National Coffee with a Cop Day at Shyrl's Diner

Special thanks to Shyrl and Shyrl's Diner for hosting Coffee with a Cop today during National Coffee with a Cop day! Thank you to everyone who stopped to talk with us! 

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Halloween in Lebanon

Lebanon Police Chief Richard Mello has announced that Halloween in Lebanon will be on Wednesday, October 31st from 6PM to 8PM. In addition to keeping everyone safe, Lebanon Police Officers will be out and about on Halloween night with special prizes for t...

Lebanon Police Participate in Middle School Lock-In

On Friday, September 28, 2018, Officer Lawrence, Corporal Hubert, Sergeant Norris, and Officer Pike joined in on the fun at the 5th & 6th grade Lock-In at the CCBA. 

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Lebanon Police Department Joins Hanover Street School in Walk to School Day

Walk to School Day is a nationwide event that increases awareness of the need for walkable communities and year-round safe routes to schools. These events also encourage walking and biking to school throughout the year.

On Friday, September 28, 2018, the L...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event Shyrl’s Diner

On October 3, 2018, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. The even...

Join the Lebanon Police Department!

Interested candidates who are ready for the first step can register for testing through www.PoliceApp.com/LebanonNH no later than 11:59PM on Friday, October 5, 2018. Visit https://lebanonnh.gov/360/Career-Opportunities for more information. 

Job D...

McDonald's Fundraiser for New Hampshire Association of Chiefs of Police

On Wednesday, October 3, 2018, McDonald’s franchises across New Hampshire will hold a fundraising effort to donate $50,000 to the New Hampshire Association of Chiefs of Police. From 4 to 7 pm on that day, McDonald’s customers can lend ...

White River Woman Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession

On September 12, 2018 at approximately 11:29 PM, the Lebanon Police Department received a call reporting a vehicle parked in a lot on Dartmouth College Highway with a small child sleeping in it and a female acting suspicious and possibly under the influen...

Man Sentenced for Distribution and Possession of Child Pornography

In April 2018, the Lebanon Police Department Cyber Crimes Unit received a Cybertip regarding an upload of child pornography, and immediately began to investigate.

As the investigation progressed, the Cyber Crimes Unit served a search warrant at a residence...

Operation Safe Drive

During the month of September, the Lebanon Police Department will be increasing motor vehicle enforcement patrols in an effort to reduce traffic accidents within the City, and to address citizens’ reported motor vehicle concerns. These patrols w...

Special Olympics Fueling Dreams Day Raises $1500!

On Saturday, September 8th the Lebanon Police Department took part in the Special Olympics Fueling Dreams fundraiser at Jake’s Market & Deli. The event helped to raise approximately $1,500 for the Special Olympics New Hampshire programs and ...

Man Charged with Criminal Threatening

On September 7, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department was contacted by Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Security who reported that a male subject had made threats toward security officers at the hospital. The subject, Michael Gusha, age 43, was asked to l...

Special Olympics Fueling Dreams Day

On Saturday, September 8, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department will be taking part in the Special Olympics Fueling Dreams fundraiser at Jake’s Market & Deli, 119 Mechanic St, Lebanon. Lebanon Police Officers will join Special Olympics members...

Lebanon Police Seeking the Public's Help Identifying Burglary Suspect

On August 26, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department responded to The Fort restaurant on Heater Road for a report of a burglary that occurred overnight.  A large safe, around the size of a mini refrigerator, containing an undisclosed amount of cash ...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event at McDonald's

On Tuesday, September 18, 2018, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to atte...

Lebanon Police Requesting Public Assistance in Identifying Individual

On August 28, 2018 the Lebanon Police Department took a report from a Lebanon resident regarding credit card fraud that had occurred at Best Buy on July 26th.   The department is seeking to identify a person-of-interest who was seen on camera usi...

Nation of Patriots Flag Motorcycle Escort

On Friday, August 24, 2018, Officer Lawrence provided a motorcycle escort for the Nation of Patriots Flag, from the Enfield town line to Twin State Harley Davidson in Lebanon.

Nation of Patriots is a volunteer nonprofit organization that provides financial...

Swearing In and Promotion Ceremony

The Lebanon Police Department held a Swearing In and Promotion Ceremony today in the department’s training room.The Department recognized the promotion of Officer Garrett Hubert to the rank of Corporal, and newly hired Police Officer Brandon Con...

Two Arrested at Romano Circle

On August 18, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department was dispatched to 21 Romano Circle for a report of a male suspect who was seen climbing through a window into an apartment he had been previously trespassed from.

When officers arrived, they were met by Ash...

Two Arrested After DWI Stop

On August 18, 2018, Officers from the Lebanon Police Department stopped a vehicle on Plainfield Rd for motor vehicle violations. The operator, Jennifer Somero, age 27, of Rhode Island, showed signs of impairment. There were open alcoholic beverages and Ma...

Man Arrested After Threatening Female With Knife

On August 18, 2018 the Lebanon Police Department received a report from a female victim who stated an ex-boyfriend pulled a knife and threatened to kill her, then threatened to drive his vehicle off a cliff.

Lebanon Officers met with the victim in the area...

Man Arrested as the Result of Opioid Overdose Investigation

Between Friday, August 17, 2018 and Sunday, August 19, 2018, the Lebanon and Hartford Police Departments responded to near fatal opioid overdoses. As a result, the Lebanon Police Department, assisted by the Hartford, VT Police Department, investigated the...

Upper Valley Humane Society Pet Food and Supply Drive

On August 16, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department partnered with West Lebanon Feed and Supply and the Upper Valley Humane Society at the Lebanon Farmers’ Market to collect donations and supplies for the humane society.

The event was a huge succes...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Ice Cream with a Cop” Event at Lebanon Co-op

Thursday, August 23, 2018, 3:00 - 4:30 pm

Lebanon Co-op, 12 Centerra Parkway, Lebanon, NH

The Lebanon Police Department welcomes the community to attend this family friendly event at the Lebanon Co-op on August 23rd. There will be plenty of ice cream, provi...

September Basic R.A.D. Course Offering

The Lebanon Police Department is offering Basic R.A.D. classes in September.

The course, Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Basic, is the largest women’s self-defense program in the country. It offers no-nonsense, practical techniques that women of all ages ...

Registered Sex Offender Arrested for Possessing Child Pornography

In July 2018, the Lebanon Police Department Cyber Crimes Unit received an investigative referral from the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding an individual residing in the City who was engaged in trading child sexual assault images and videos. The i...

Lebanon Man Arrested After Fleeing Accident Scene

On August 9, 2018 at approximately 10:20 AM the Lebanon Police Department received a call regarding a single vehicle accident involving a van on Slayton Hill Road. Responding officers arrived to find a white utility van off the roadway and on its side in ...

Vermont Man Arrested for Lewd Conduct

On August 8, 2018 at approximately 1:00PM the Lebanon Police Department received a report of a male subject that was seen exposing himself and urinating in public near the intersection of Market Street and S. Main Street.  

Officers responded and ...

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CANCELLED - National Night Out

National Night Out in Colburn Park, August 7th 5-8pm, has been CANCELLED due to the threat of thunderstorms.We apologize for any inconvenience and we will look to schedule a similar event in early fall. 

Authorized by: Chief Richard R. Mello

Date:&...

Lebanon Man Arrested After Threatening with a Machete

On August 6, 2018, at approximately 4:20PM, the Lebanon Police Department received a report of an altercation at the Circle K gas pumps located at 89 Main Street. Additional information received from multiple callers was that the male was now threatening ...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event at Starbucks

On Tuesday, August 21, 2018, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend....

Join Lebanon Police in Supporting the Upper Valley Humane Society

The Lebanon Police Department is sponsoring a pet food and supply drive to benefit the Upper Valley Humane Society. The Upper Valley Humane Society assists animals and families in the Upper Valley, providing shelter and supplies for animals in need.

The dr...

August Basic RAD Course

The Lebanon Police Department is offering a Basic R.A.D. course in August.The course, Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Basic, is the largest women’s self-defense program in the country. It offers no-nonsense, practical techniques that women of a...

Lebanon Police Request Public Assistance In Identifying Person

The Lebanon Police Department is investigating the theft of electronic devices from a business in the River Mill Complex, which is located along Mechanic Street. The incident occurred on July 24th at approximately 1:15pm. The department is seeking to iden...

Ice Cream Patrol at the Mascoma River Greenway Opening on July 21st

Lebanon Police Lieutenant Isham on Ice Cream Patrol duty at the Mascoma River Greenway (MRG) Grand Opening this past Saturday, July 21st. The MGR is the section of the Northern Rail Trail that connects our community from Lebanon to West Lebanon. ...

Lebanon Police Attend Sundae at David's House on July 22nd

Lieutenant Isham, Officer Lawrence, and K9 Officer Hewes and K9 Kymba attended the 10th Annual Sundae at David's House event on July 22, 2018. A fun day of demonstrations, games, Wally the Green Monster, and of course sundaes, all for a great cause. Sunda...

National Night Out 2018

**National Night Out in Colburn Park, August 7th 5-8pm, has been CANCELLED due to the threat of thunderstorms. We apologize for the inconvenience.**National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and...

Updated NH State Rules on Bike Safety and Vehicle Drivers

House Bill 1731, also known as "The Bike Safety Bill," was signed by Governor Sununu on May 15th and officially becomes law on July 14th. This bill updates a variety of existing New Hampshire statutes (RSAs) that will be applied across NH commun...

Man Arrested After Pursuit

On July 9, 2018 at approximately 6:40PM the Lebanon Police Department received a report of a vehicle operating erratically, with a further report that the operator didn’t appear to be fully conscious.  

Lebanon Police Corporal Garrett Hu...

9th Annual Bike Auction

Please join us on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at our 9th Annual Marge Hammond Memorial Bike Auction starting at 5:00pm in Colburn Park. This will coincide with the Farmer’s Market. Each year we accumulate numerous bikes of all sizes and conditions w...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event at The Fort

On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. T...

July & August Basic R.A.D. Course Offerings

The Lebanon Police Department is offering Basic R.A.D. classes in July and August. 

The course, Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Basic, is the largest women’s self-defense program in the country. It offers no-nonsense, practical techniqu...

Man Armed With Knife Charged With Criminal Threatening After Brief Stand-Off

On July 04, 2018 at approximately 12:50PM, the Lebanon Police Department received a call that a male subject had threatened several people with a knife in the area of the Granite Street and West Street intersection. Responding officers determined the male...

Injured Bald Eagle - Update

On June 30, 2018, Officers Perkins was alerted of an injured bald eagle by a local juvenile. Officer Perkins located the Eagle in area of Plainfield Road and Trues Brook Road, and he and Officer Gaspard kept the Eagle out of traffic until VINS (Vermont In...

Lebanon Police Officers Assist Injured Bald Eagle

On June 30, 2018, Officer Jeremy Perkins was alerted of an injured Bald Eagle by a local juvenile. Officer Perkins located the Eagle in area of Plainfield Road and Trues Brook Road. 

Officer Perkins and Officer Daniel Gaspard contained the bird an...

Wanted Man in Possession of Stolen Jeep Arrested

On 6/28/18 the Lebanon Police Department sought the public’s help with locating a Peter P. Dotzel, age 36, along with a stolen Jeep Wrangler Rubicon he was in possession of.

At approximately 2:00PM on 6/28/18, Dotzel was located on Main Street in...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Ice Cream with a Cop” Event at Fore-U Ice Cream

Friday, July 13, 2018 at 5:00pm

Fore-U Ice Cream, 298 Plainfield Rd, West Lebanon, NH

The Lebanon Police Department welcomes the community to attend this family friendly event. There will be plenty of ice cream, games, a children’s workshop hosted...

Lebanon Police Seeking Help Locating Wanted Man in Possession of a Stolen Jeep

On 6/21/18 at approximately 11:00AM, the Lebanon Police took a report from a local car dealership regarding a vehicle that was obtained by fraud. The dealership reported that a male subject, accompanied by a white female, came to the dealership and entere...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event at Upper Valley Senior Center

On Thursday, June 28, 2018, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. ...

Missing Man - Update

On 6/19/18 the Lebanon Police Department sought the public’s help with locating 41 year-old Shannon White, of Lebanon, New Hampshire, who had been missing since June 18th. Unfortunately, Mr. White was found deceased in Berlin, Massachusetts on J...

Lebanon Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Man

The Lebanon Police are seeking assistance in locating Shannon White, age 41, of Lebanon, NH.  Mr. White was last seen in Marlboro, Massachusetts at the Hampton Inn in the early morning hours of June 18, 2018. He left the hotel driving a 2014 gray...

Ice Cream Patrol is Back!

Ice Cream Patrol Is Back!

This past Saturday afternoon, June 16th, Lebanon Police Patrol Officers visited various neighborhoods and locations in the City to hand out ice cream, including Romano Circle, the Village at Crafts Hill, Renihan Meadows, Spencer S...

Lebanon Man Arrested for Drug Sale and Breach of Bail

On June 14, 2018 at approximately 3:30PM Lebanon Police Officers responded to Walmart on Plainfield Road for a report of a possible drug transaction taking place in the parking lot.   

Officers located a male suspect nearby, identified as...

Updated Downtown Parking Map

Below is an updated downtown Lebanon Parking Map that depicts the various timed parking zone in and around the downtown area. Those parking in the downtown area should take note of these areas and comply with the time limits on parking spaces. Those who p...

Lebanon Man Arrested After Firing Gunshot During Domestic Incident

On 6/13/18 at approximately 3:40AM the Lebanon Police received an emergency call from a 26-year-old female, who resides on Meriden Road, that her mother’s boyfriend was armed and made threats to shoot her and her mother, along with himself. Furt...

Downtown Timed Parking Limits to be Enforced

In the near future, the Lebanon Police Department will begin an initiative to increase compliance with timed parking limits at various locations in the downtown area. The initiative is being launched as a result of a recent Parking Utilization Study that ...

Vermont Woman Arrested for Distribution of Heroin

On June 07, 2018 at approximately 8:00AM,  the Lebanon Police Department and the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Drug Task Force were conducting an investigation into the distribution of heroin in the City of Lebanon. While conducting ...

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Successful Annual Bike Rodeo!

Each year the Lebanon Police Department, in conjunction with Lebanon Planning and Recreation departments, hosts a Bicycle Skills, Safety and Fun Fair at the CCBA. This year's event was on Saturday, June 2, 2018, and it was a great turn out! Special thanks...

K9 Officer Hewes and K9 Kymba Visit Plainfield Elementary School

On May 25, 2018, Lebanon Police Department K9 Officer Hewes and his K9 partner Kymba met with students from the Plainfield Elementary School and demonstrated K9 Kymba's skills and training.

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June Basic R.A.D. Course

The Lebanon Police Department is offering a Basic R.A.D. class in June. Preference will be given to first time participants.

The course, Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Basic, is the largest women’s self-defense program in the country. It offers...

Lebanon Police Investigating Fatal Overdose

On Tuesday May 29, 2018 at approximately 7:50AM, the Lebanon Police & Fire Departments received an emergency call regarding an unresponsive person in a residence on School Street. Lebanon Police and Fire units responded to the address and found a 29-y...

One Arrested, One Wanted for Drug Sales

On May 23, 2018 at approximately 2:30PM, the Lebanon Police Patrol Bureau received a tip regarding individuals at a local hotel selling Heroin from their hotel room. Lebanon Patrol officers responded and made contact with the occupants of the room, identi...

Lebanon Police Request Public Assistance Identifying Female Theft Suspect

On April 28, 2018 at 2:37 pm a female suspect stole a wallet left in a shopping cart at the West Lebanon Price Chopper.

The wallet held 2 bank cards, merchandise cards, driver’s license, and Social Security card. The suspect concealed the wallet ...

Lebanon Police Department Invites the Community to Join Us in Thanking Officer Tracy and K9 Briggs

Thursday, May 31 at 4:00 pm

Lebanon Farmer’s Market

Join us at the Farmer’s Market in Colburn Park on Thursday, May 31st to thank Officer Jonathan Tracy and K9 Briggs for their service to the Lebanon Community. Officer Tracy has accepted a position with the...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event at Jake's Coffee Co.

On May 30th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. The event begin...

Lieutenant Isham Rides in Road to Hope Bicycle Memorial Ride

During the days of May 10 through May 12, 2018, Lebanon Police Lieutenant Matthew Isham took part in the Law Enforcement United Road to Hope and Ruff Ride bicycle ride. The Road to Hope ride is a memorial bicycle ride to “Honor the Fallen and Re...

Man Charged with Distribution and Possession of Child Pornography

In April of 2018, the Lebanon Police Department Cyber Crimes Unit received a Cyber-tip regarding an upload of child pornography, believe to be originating in Lebanon.  

An investigation was immediately launched and as it progressed, the Cyber Crim...

Claremont Man Arrested in Possession of Heroin and Cocaine After Foot Chase

On May 16, 2018 at approximately 10:40AM Lebanon Police Officers conducted a motor vehicle stop in the Glen Road Plaza, located at 165 South Main Street. During the stop, officers discovered that the driver, Brandon Mull, age 27 of Claremont, New Hampshir...

Man Charged With Criminal Threatening and Attempted Robbery

On May 14, 2018 at approximately 6:36 AM, Lebanon Police responded to Hanover Street, in the area of High Street, for a report of a male subject with a knife who had threatened several people. Arriving officers investigated and located Patrick Smith, age ...

Man Arrested After Threatening Suicide by Police

On April 12, 2018 at approximately 3:30AM, Lebanon Police received a report of a male subject who had jumped out of a vehicle on Interstate 89 near Exit 17 and was threatening “suicide by police.”   It was also learned that th...

Lebanon Police Make Numerous Drug Arrests

Over the past week the Lebanon Police Department, in cooperation with the Attorney General’s Drug Task Force and NH Probation and Parole, conducted various investigations and made numerous drug arrests. 

On May 3, Dillion McCarthy, age 2...

Swearing In and Promotion Ceremony

The Lebanon Police Department held a Swearing In and Promotion Ceremony today in the department’s training room.The Department recognized the promotion of Corporal Michael Wright to the rank of Sergeant, and the promotion of Officer Alan Lowe to...

Lebanon Police Department Joins Mount Lebanon School in Walk to School Day

Walk to School Day is a nationwide event that increases awareness of the need for walkable communities and year-round safe routes to schools. These events also encourage walking and biking to school throughout the year.

On Friday, May 4, 2018, the Lebanon ...

Join Us at K9 Awareness Day

Lebanon Police Department’s 11th Annual Police K9 Awareness Day will be Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at West Lebanon Feed & Supply.

In addition to live K9 demonstrations, there will be food, games, prize giveaways, photos wit...

2018 Annual Child Health and Community Programs Golf Tournament

Join Us! Donate! Be a Sponsor! These are the ways you can be a part of our Annual Child Health and Community Programs Golf Tournament on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Lake Morey Resort in Fairlee, Vermont.

For over twenty years, the Lebanon Police De...

2018 Bike Rodeo

Each year the Lebanon Police Department, in conjunction with Lebanon Planning and Recreation departments, hosts a Bicycle Skills, Safety and Fun Fair. The event is free and kid-friendly. The community is invited to bring friends and family to participate ...

Internet Safety Forum for Parents

Hartford Community Coalition, in partnership with Hartford Police Department and Lebanon Police Department's Cyber Crime Unit, is hosting an Internet Safety Forum for Parents. 

The forum will cover:* Popular websites and applications that children...

Prevention, Response & Recovery from Traumatic Events: A Community Conversation

Prevention, Response & Recovery from Traumatic Events: A Community ConversationWith panelists from City of Lebanon, Lebanon School District, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Counseling Community, and more.

Date: Monday, May 14, 2018Time: 5:...

National Drug Take Back Event

On Saturday, April 28, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department will be taking part in the Nationwide Drug Take Back Event. This event is a collaborative effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration, state and local law enforcement agencies in an effort ...

Two Men Arrested With Large Quantities of Drugs and a Firearm

On April 13^th, 2018, members of the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Drug Task Force and officers from Lebanon Police Department executed a search warrant at a residence on Elm Street West in West Lebanon, based upon an ongoing drug investigatio...

Numerous Hypodermic Needles Being Found on Roadways Throughout the City

The Lebanon Police Department has taken numerous reports of hypodermic needles being found along the roadways at various locations in the City. Please use caution anytime you find a discarded needle. Contact police dispatch at 603-448-1212 and advise of t...

Lebanon Police Request Public Assistance Identifying Female Theft Suspect

On April 5, 2018, Hannaford Supermarket Loss Prevention reported that a female subject was observed entering the store and subsequently committed a fraudulent return of merchandise. Loss prevention reported that on April 2, 2018 a white female entered Han...

Lebanon Police Request Public Assistance Identifying Male Theft Suspect

On March 23, 2018, Hannaford Supermarket loss prevention reported that a male subject entered the store on at least five separate occasions to complete fraudulent returns of merchandise. The store reported that between March 6^th and March 23^rd a white mal...

Laboratory Results Confirm Drugs Seized During Arrest to be Fentanyl with a Street Value of $30,000

On February 26, 2018, Matthew Horton, age 28, was arrested by the Lebanon Police Department after officers came across Horton while checking on a suspicious truck parked behind a local business. During the investigation, several plastic bags containing a ...

West Lebanon Man Arrested for Felonious Sexual Assault

On January 23, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department received a report of a possible sexual assault that had occurred on a child under the age of 13 in Lebanon. The Lebanon Police Detective Bureau investigated and on April 4, 2018, a warrant was is...

Submit an Anonymous Crime Tip

Do you know something that can help us solve a crime?The people that know the most about our Lebanon NH neighborhoods are its residents. Crimes are solved everyday because concerned citizens notify the Lebanon Police Department about illegal activity in L...

Local Students Participate in Job Shadow Day

On April 3, 2018, the Lebanon Police Department hosted fourteen 8^th grade middle school students from the Lebanon Middle School as part of a job shadow program set up by Careers CLiC (Connecting Learning in the Community). Taken from their press release, ...

Suspect Arrested from December Burglary

On Saturday March 24, 2018, a resident on Pasture Lane in West Lebanon reported a male subject walking around vacant houses.  Lebanon officers were sent to investigate and learned that the male had left the area in a Jeep Liberty.  A res...

Three Arrested after Fight at Walmart

On Saturday March 24, 2018, Lebanon police responded to Walmart for a report of a fight in the frozen food area of the store.  Officers arrived and located a male suffering from a laceration from his head.  Another male was being restrai...

Concord Man Arrested for Heroin Sales

On March 12, 2018 at approximately 8:00PM Lebanon Police Officers, and members of the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Drug Task Force, were investigating drug activity in the City and located a suspicious male in the Miracle Mile Plaza located at 390 Mir...

Lebanon Police to Hold “Coffee with a Cop” Event at Starbucks

LEBANON—On Tuesday, March 27th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee. 

All community members...

Serious Motor Vehicle Accident on Route 120

On 3/4/18 at approximately 12:48AM, Lebanon Police and Fire units responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident, involving a roll-over, just north of the Centerra Parkway entrance on Route 120 in Lebanon.

Upon arrival, it was learned that a female driv...

Two Arrested with Large Amount of Crack Cocaine

On February 26, 2018 at approximately 12:00PM Lebanon Police Officers investigated a suspicious vehicle parked at the Walmart Plaza, located at 285 Plainfield Rd.  The vehicle was occupied by two people and indications of recent drug use were obs...

Man Arrested After Assaulting Police Officer

On Thursday February 22, 2018 at approximately 10:15AM, Corporal Michael Roberts was investigating a suspicious vehicle, containing two male subjects, parked at Walmart on Plainfield Road in the parking lot on the north side of the building. The male pass...

New K-9 Joins the Lebanon Police Department

A new Police K9 has joined the Lebanon Police Department. K-9 Blesk is a one-year-old male Belgian Malinois that was born in Slovakia and imported into the United States in November of 2017.

K-9 Blesk will be partnered with his handler, Senior Officer Jere...

Two Men Sentenced to Prison for Attempting to Solicit Minors

On Thursday, February 15, 2018, two men were sentenced to prison in Grafton County Superior Court in two separate cases involving the attempted solicitation of minors for sex. Erik E. Polson, age 73, of Chelsea, Vermont was sentenced to 2-4 years in the N...

Route 12-A Bypass Closed After Accident

On February 12, 2018 at approximately 8:00AM, the Route 12-A bypass that connects the Upper Valley Plaza to the Kmart Plaza was closed due to a motor vehicle accident. An employee of Notts Excavating of White River Jct, VT was removing snow from the plaza...

Two Arrested After Foot Chase on I89

On January 29, 2018 at approximately 10:45AM, Lebanon Police Officer Emily Winslow initiated a traffic stop on Interstate 89 for a motor vehicle violation.  A male passenger in the vehicle provided a false name to Officer Winslow and while checki...

Canine Rescued with Support from Local Businesses

On the evening of Tuesday, January 23, 2018, Lebanon Police responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision.  Upon arrival, it was discovered a vehicle had struck a canine when it jumped out of another vehicle. 

The canine did not appe...

Lebanon Police to Hold "Coffee With A Cop" Event at Lucky's Coffee Garage

On Tuesday, January 30th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. T...

Lebanon Police and Fire Sponsor American Red Cross Blood Drive

On Wednesday, January 31st from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, the Lebanon Police and Fire Departments will be sponsoring an American Red Cross Blood Drive.  The blood drive will take place at the Courtyard Marriott located at 10 Morgan Drive in Lebanon, Ne...

Lebanon Man Arrested for Felonious Sexual Assault

On January 10, 2018, Lebanon Police Detectives arrested Michael Lauzon, age 27, of Lebanon, NH after a January 2, 2018 report and subsequent investigation into allegations of sexual assaults.

The investigation revealed that on multiple occasions Lauzon had...

Man Charged with Distribution and Possession of Child Pornography

In July of 2017, the Lebanon Police Department Cyber Crime Unit received a cyber-tip from Microsoft, on behalf of their subsidiary Skype, regarding an upload of possible Child Pornography and immediately began to investigate. In November of 2017, the Leba...

Citizen Complaint Leads to Felony Arrests

On January 1, 2018, Lebanon Police received a call from a concerned citizen regarding suspicious activity and possible drug use at an apartment building in West Lebanon.  Investigation led to the arrest of Sarah Peterson, age 52, of White River J...

Vermont Man Arrested on Numerous Charges After Attempting to Leave the Scene of an Accident

On December 26, 2017 at approximately 1:00AM, Officer Winslow of the Lebanon Police Department observed man walking away from a car that appeared to have just crashed into a snow bank on Plainfield Road. The male subject was later identified as Brodie Jar...

Swearing In and Awards Ceremony

The Lebanon Police Department held a Swearing In and Awards Ceremony today in the department's training room.  Officer Tyler Hewes and K9 Kymba were recognized for graduating from the Vermont Police Academy's K9 Training Program. Officer Hewes an...

Joint Investigation Results in Arrest

Attorney General Gordon J. MacDonald and Lebanon Police Chief Richard Mello announce that a joint investigation by the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Drug Task Force and the Lebanon Police Department resulted in the arrest of Manuel Castro, ag...

Lebanon Police K9 Max Succumbs to Cancer

On December 11, 2017, Lebanon Police Department K9 Max succumbed to cancer when he was euthanized after a long and courageous battle. K9 Max, a Belgian Malinois, joined the department in 2007 and was trained by his handler, Officer Jeremy Perkins. K9 Max ...

Lebanon Police to Hold "Coffee With A Cop" Event at Shyrl's Diner

LEBANON—On Thursday, December 14^th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee. 

All community mem...

Men Charged with Attempted Sexual Assault

The Lebanon Police Department has been conducting an investigation through a social media provider targeting individuals who are looking to victimize children.

Lebanon Police Officers engaged in a conversation via social media with two males who were later...

Multi-agency Investigation Results in Arrest

On December 1, 2017, Attorney General Gordon MacDonald, Lebanon Police Chief Richard Mello, and Hartford, Vermont Police Chief Phillip Kasten announced that a joint investigation of the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Drug Task Force, Lebanon P...

Suspect Arrested for Heroin and Methamphetamine Possession

On November 29, 2017 at approximately 3:20PM, Lebanon Police Sergeant Brady Harwood observed a vehicle commit a motor vehicle violation on Interchange Drive. Sergeant Harwood turned his vehicle around to make a traffic stop but observed the vehicle attemp...

Lebanon Man Arrested in Jiffy Mart Robbery

On Sunday, November 27, 2017, after issuing the initial press release concerning the Jiffy Mart robbery, the Lebanon Police Department received several tips through our LebanonNH.gov/CLUE online tip portal, including a tip on the identity of the suspect.

S...

Robbery at The Exit 18 Jiffy Mart

On November 26, 2017 at approximately 4:26AM, an unknown male entered the Exit 18 Jiffy Mart located on Heater Road in Lebanon. While the clerk was busy in another area of the store, the male walked behind the front counter and concealed a pack of cigaret...

Lebanon Police Collecting Toy Donations

On Saturday, December 9, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department will be in front of Walmart at 285 Plainfield Road in West Lebanon hosting a “Stuff A Truck” event from 9:00am to 3:00pm.  All new, unwrapped toys donated will be gi...

Employee Arrested for Assault at Assisted Living Facility

On November 18, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department received a report of an assault against a patient at Genesis ElderCare Center.  The investigation determined that a Licensed Nursing Assistant working at Genesis Eldercare Center had assaulted a...

Public's Assistance Leads to Theft Arrests

On November 14, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department requested the public’s assistance with identifying a male subject who was suspected of shoplifting $1,700 worth of merchandise from Kohl’s. Information received from the public helped...

Vermont Man Arrested with Heroin

On November 16, 2017 at approximately 4:30PM, a Lebanon Police Officer observed a suspicious vehicle in the Kmart parking lot and believed that the occupant was engaged in drug activity.

The officer approached the vehicle and observed drug paraphernalia in...

Lebanon Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect

On October 29, 2017, the male in the photograph shoplifted approximately $1,700 in electronics merchandise from Kohl’s Department Store on Plainfield Road in West Lebanon.  The suspect concealed the merchandise in a black backpack then ...

Pedestrian Accident

At 1:51am on November 11, 2017, Lebanon Communications received a call of a male subject hit by a car and needing medical attention. The crash occurred near the intersection of North Main Street and East Wilder Road. The driver of the car, Derek Moniz, wa...

Lebanon Man Arrested For Resisting Detention

On November 7, 2017 at approximately 3:15PM, Lebanon Police Officers proceeded to the Kilton Library to locate an individual regarding an ongoing computer crime investigation. The officers made contact with Jacob J. Seace, age 18, of Lebanon and began to ...

Vermont Man Charged With Attempted Sexual Assault

On October 31, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department received a crime tip through our online submission portal LebanonNH.gov/CLUE. The anonymous submission advised of a Craigslist advertisement that appeared to be targeting younger and possibly underage chi...

Man Arrested for Criminal Threatening

On October 30, 2017 at 4:00pm, Lebanon Police and Fire Departments responded to a reported three car motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Heater Road and Old Etna Road.  Investigation determined that a vehicle operated by Tabitha Plante...

Burlington, Vermont Woman Arrested

On October 30, 2017 at approximately 7:30AM, the Lebanon Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious female, eventually identified as Sarah Pavia, age 20, of Burlington, Vermont.  Pavia tried to pull a 38-year-old male from his vehicl...

Lebanon Police 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament

On Sunday, November 26, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department will host its Second annual 3 on 3 basketball tournament at the CCBA in Lebanon.  This year, all proceeds will benefit the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) at the Children’s Hospita...

November Basic R.A.D. Course

The Lebanon Police Department is offering a Basic R.A.D. class in November. 

The course, Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Basic, is the largest women’s self-defense program in the country.  It offers no-nonsense, practical techn...

National Drug Take Back Day Event

On Saturday, October 28, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department will be taking part in the Nationwide Take Back Day Event.  This event is a collaborative effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration, state and local law enforcement agencies in...

Lebanon Public Safety Day at Miller Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

The Lebanon Police Department would like to invite you to the Lebanon Public Safety Day being held on Saturday, October 28 from 9:00AM to 2:00PM at Miller Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram on Route 120.  Lebanon Police and Fire vehicles will be on display,...

Lebanon Police Department Training Exercise

Please be advised that the Lebanon Police Department will be conducting a Low Light Live Fire training exercise at the Grafton County Fish and Game Association located at 153 Trues Brook Road on Tuesday, October 24 and Wednesday, October 25 from 5:00pm to...

Halloween in Lebanon

Lebanon Police Chief Richard Mello has announced that Halloween in Lebanon will be on Tuesday, October 31^st from 6PM to 8PM. In addition to keeping everyone safe, Lebanon Police Officers will be out and about on Halloween night with special prizes for the...

Seeking Additional Information on McDonald's Robbery and Shooting Suspect

Lebanon Police continue to investigate an armed robbery which happened on Monday, October 9, 2017 at approximately 12:30am at the McDonald’s on Plainfield Road in West Lebanon.  The police department is seeking additional information as...

McDonald's Employee Shot During Armed Robbery in West Lebanon

On October 9, 2017 at approximately 12:30AM, the Lebanon Police Department received an Emergency 911 call regarding an armed robbery that had just occurred at the McDonalds located at 249 Plainfield Road in West Lebanon. The 911 caller further advised tha...

Attention: Training for All in Upper Valley

There are still spaces available.  The Lebanon Police Department would like to invite you to a free training dealing with a response to an active shooter event. The Lebanon Police Department is offering a free 3 hour training course titled, &...

Operation Safe Drive

During the month of October, the Lebanon Police Department will be increasing motor vehicle enforcement patrols.  These patrols are an effort to reduce traffic crashes and help address daily reported citizen concerns about the vehicles that trave...

Lebanon Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect

On August 30, 2017 at 8:30am, the male suspect in the attached photograph shoplifted merchandise valued at over $1,300 from the West Lebanon Walmart.  The suspect used a plastic tote bin to conceal the merchandise.

Employees at the store discovere...

Seizure of 16 lbs of Marijuana Results in Two Arrests

James Sampson, age 32, of Canaan, NH and Eduardo Moran, age 30, of Lebanon, NH, were arrested after a lengthy investigation into 16 pounds of marijuana being sent through the mail to a residence in Lebanon from California.  Lebanon Police were in...

Lebanon Police Participate in "National Coffee with a Cop" Event at McDonald's

LEBANON—On October 4^th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.  The first Wednesday of Octob...

Motor Vehicle Crash

On September 26, 2017 at 8:10pm, Lebanon Police and Fire were dispatched to a reported motor vehicle crash which occurred on Meriden Road near the intersection of Churchill Way. It was determined one vehicle had left the roadway, rolled over into a brook ...

Man Charged with Attempted Sexual Assault

The Lebanon Police Department has been conducting investigations through a social media provider, targeting individuals looking to victimize children.

Recently, Lebanon Police Officers engaged in a conversation via social media with a male who was later id...

Attention: Lebanon Business Owners

The Lebanon Police Department would like to invite you to consider providing your employees with free training in dealing with a response to an active shooter event. The Lebanon Police Department is offering a free 3 hour training course titled, &ldqu...

October Basic R.A.D. Course

The Lebanon Police Department is offering a Basic R.A.D. class in October. 

The course, Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Basic, is the largest women’s self-defense program in the country.  It offers no-nonsense, practical techni...

Lebanon Police Seek Public's Assistance with Increased Graffiti

Over the past few weeks, the Lebanon Police have seen an increase in criminal mischief reports in the form of graffiti.  The graffiti is being found on both private and city owned property located in the downtown Lebanon mall area and surrounding...

K9 Track Leads to Arrest

On September 10, 2017 at approximately 8:20pm, Lebanon Police received a call from a resident at Beechwood Lane who reported a male subject had tried entering their apartment.  Officers responded and learned the male subject, identified as Jeffre...

Man Charged with Attempted Sexual Assault

The Lebanon Police Department has been conducting investigations through a social media provider, targeting individuals looking to victimize children.

Recently, Lebanon Police Officers engaged in a conversation via social media with a male who was later id...

Stuff-a-Truck Event to Benefit Victims of Hurricane Harvey

Citizen Complaints Lead to Drug Sale Arrests

Over the last several weeks, the Lebanon Police Department received concerns of increased traffic and pedestrian activity in the Mack Avenue area of West Lebanon.  Based on the reported concerns, a Problem Oriented Policing project was initiated,...

Man Arrested After Brief Stand-Off

On Wednesday August 23, 2017 at approximately 6:05PM the Lebanon Police Department received a call from the Boulders Apartment Complex at 20 Wolf Road for a report of a male subject who had displayed a handgun inside an apartment during  a disput...

Man Arrested for Sexual Assault at Library

On Thursday August 17, 2017 at approximately 7:30PM the Lebanon Police Department received a report of unruly juveniles inside of the Kilton Library on Main Street. During the subsequent response and investigation, officers found a 19 year-old male and 13...

Vermont Man Arrested After Stabbing

On Thursday, August 17, 2017, Lebanon Police Officers responded to the shopping plaza at 254 Plainfield Road for a report of an altercation taking place between two males. Subsequent callers to the police department described one male having been stabbed ...

Ice Cream Patrol this coming Friday!

Ice Cream Patrol Alert! We'll be out and about again this coming Friday, August 18th, from 3PM to 5PM. We'll be visiting neighborhoods and public areas throughout the City with free ice cream and fruit pops for the kids! If you have kids in your neighborh...

Lebanon Police to Hold Coffee With A Cop at McDonald's

On August 23^rd, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. The event be...

Man Arrested for Conspiracy to Commit Human Trafficking

The Lebanon Police Department has been conducting investigations through social media providers, targeting individuals who were looking to victimize children.

Lebanon Police Department investigators subsequently engaged in a conversation via social media w...

Lebanon Police Unveil Ice Cream Patrol

The Lebanon Police Department will soon be launching “Ice Cream Patrol,” the department’s newest community engagement program. During specific days, Lebanon Police Officers will be traveling through neighborhoods, parks and other city areas to di...

Man Arrested for Enfield Robbery and Pursuit

On August 2, 2017, at approximately 9:46 PM Lebanon Police responded to Dartmouth College Highway to assist the Enfield and Canaan Police Departments, along with New Hampshire State Police, after being notified that Enfield Police Officers were pursuing a...

Man Charged with Attempted Human Trafficking

Over the past several weeks, the Lebanon Police Department has been conducting investigations through a social media provider targeting individuals who were seeking to victimize children.

Lebanon Police Officers, who are specifically trained to conduct the...

Man Leads Police on Chase

On July 19, 2017 at approximately 5:05PM, Lebanon Police Officer Dan Gaspard was traveling south on Plainfield Road when he observed a black Ford Mustang exit a plaza parking lot recklessly at a high rate of speed, then slide sideways across two lanes of ...

Lebanon Man Arrested after Assaulting Female and Leaving Her in the Roadway

On 7/16/17 at approximately 1:10AM, the Lebanon Police Department took a report of a female lying in the roadway, unconscious, on Mechanic Street bleeding from the face. Several witnesses reported a black Saab fleeing the scene with a male subject in the ...

Theft Arrest

On July 13, Lebanon Officers responded to a shoplifting call from a K-Mart Loss Prevention Officer reporting a female shoplifter had exited the store and jumped into the back of a black sedan, which fled the scene.

Officers were in the area, located the ve...

Two Men Arrested During Drug Deal

On June 27, 2017 at approximately 4:00pm, investigators from the Attorney General’s Drug Task Force (DTF) and Lebanon Officers arrested two men during a drug deal at a local pharmacy in Lebanon.  

The Drug Task Force was investigating in...

Man Resisted Arrest After Being Asked to Leave Restaurant

On 7/8/17 at approximately 11:20PM the Lebanon Police Department received a call from a local restaurant regarding an unwanted intoxicated male refusing to leave the bar area of the restaurant at the request of staff. Officers responded and located the ma...

Man Arrested for Burglary

On July 06, 2017 at approximately 6:20AM, Lebanon Police Officers responded to a residence on Mascoma Street for a report of a burglary.

Officers met with the victim who told them that someone had broken into his residence and stolen approximately $400-$50...

July and August Basic R.A.D. Course

The Lebanon Police Department is offering a Basic R.A.D. class in July and August. 

The course, Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Basic, is the largest women’s self-defense program in the country.  It offers no-nonsense, practica...

Two Men Arrested for Shoplifting

On July 4, at approximately 12:30PM, the Lebanon Police Department received a call from Price Chopper on Plainfield Road regarding two men who had placed a number of items in a shopping cart and then walked out of the store without paying.   A lo...

Lebanon Police Investigating Fatal Overdose

On Saturday June 24, 2017 at approximately 5:00PM, the Lebanon Police & Fire Departments received an emergency call regarding an unresponsive person in a residence on Guyer Street.  Lebanon Police and Fire units responded to the address and f...

Lebanon Police to Hold Coffee With A Cop at Jake's Coffee Co.

On Thursday, June 29^th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. The ...

Two New York Men Arrested for Forgery

On June 13, 2017, Lebanon Police arrested two New York City men for Forgery. The arrest stemmed from an incident that occurred May 31.  Lebanon Police took numerous reports on that date of counterfeit $100 bills being passed at various businesses...

Lebanon Police Rescue Suicidal Man

On June 11, 2017 at approximately 6:30PM, Lebanon Officers responded to a Suicide Threat call at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.  A caller had notified police that her 21-year-old friend had threatened to commit suicide and had sent pictures ...

Tip Leads to Felony Arrest

During the early morning of June 10, 2017, an employee of a local convenience store called the Lebanon Police Department with concerns about a man who was staggering and appeared to be under the influence.  The employee provided the police with a...

Alleged Threat to Lebanon Middle School Not Credible

On 6/9/17 at approximately 3:45PM the Lebanon Police Department received a call from a concerned parent regarding a possible threat to the Lebanon Middle School from a 13-year-old male student.  The parent advised that her child had heard that th...

Man Arrested for Criminal Threatening

On June 7, 2017, Lebanon Police dispatch received a call from a male reporting a male on a motorcycle had accused him of cutting him and another motorcycle off.  The caller told police the male had yelled at him and his father in traffic, accusin...

Crime Line Tips Lead to Burglary Arrest

In the early morning hours of June 3, 2017, Lebanon Police responded to an alarm at Twin State Coins & Treasures located on Plainfield Road.  Responding officers found the window of the front door had been broken in an attempt to gain entry. ...

Lebanon Police Seek Help to Identify Burglary Suspect

The Lebanon Police are investigating an attempted burglary at a local business and asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the male in these surveillance photos.  Anyone with information as to the identity of the male shown is...

Lebanon Police Officers Participate in Torch Run

On June 1, 2017, Lebanon Police Officers joined officers from the Canaan and Hill, New Hampshire Police Departments in support of the Special Olympics. Each year Lebanon Police Officers volunteer to assist with the Special Olympics and the Law Enforcement...

Lebanon Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect

On May 1, 2017 at 11:40AM the male suspect in the photographs below shoplifted a home security system valued at $349 from the West Lebanon Walmart.  While in the store, the suspect concealed the home security system in a wet/dry vacuum box and pu...

Lebanon Police Participate in Wounded Vet Run

Corporal Michael Wright and Special Officer Peter Begin were honored to escort bikes as part of the 7^th Annual Wounded Vet Run in Everett, Massachusetts on May 21, 2017.  The Wounded Vet Run is a Police, Fire and Veteran sanctioned event and an e...

Accident Investigation Leads to Arrest

On February 26, 2017 at approximately 2:30am, Lebanon Police responded to the report of a motor vehicle accident on Route 12A, near the Plainfield town line.  Officers located a single vehicle with extensive damage.  A subsequent investi...

Lebanon Woman Arrested for DUI with Young Child in Car

On May 20, 2017, around 12:41 a.m. the Lebanon Police Department received a call that a woman was intoxicated and had just driven to a residence in Lebanon with a young child in the car. 

Officers responded to Renihan Meadows and located, Courtney...

Lebanon Police hold Coffee With a Cop at Lebanon Co-op's Food Store

The Lebanon Police Department held its monthly Coffee with a Cop Event this morning at the Lebanon Co’op on Centerra Parkway. We want to express our gratitude to the Lebanon Co’op for hosting the event and thank those who stopped by fo...

Lebanon Police Unveil New Crime Tip Line and Online Submission Portal

The Lebanon Police Department is pleased to announce our new Crime Tip Line, 448-CLUE, which can be used to submit anonymous tips on crimes being committed within the City to the police department.

Callers utilizing the tip line (603-448-2583) will speak t...

Shoplifting Suspect Arrested After Resisting

On May 13, 2017 at 12:55PM, Lebanon Police Officers responded to Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) for a report of a male subject who had stolen over $900 in camping equipment from the store and placed it in a stolen backpack. A description of the suspect and...

LPD to Hold "Coffee With A Cop" Event at Lebanon Co-op

On May 18^th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. The event begin...

Lebanon Police to Participate in Forum

The Lebanon Police Department will be taking part in Lebanon PUSH Presents: Modern Teen Trends A Conversation of Substance forum on Thursday, May 11^th from 5:30PM until 8:00PM at the Lebanon Middle School.

This conversation will provide an opportunity for ...

Man Charged With Sexual Assault

On April 28, 2017, Lebanon Police arrested Francisco Lino, age 29, of Parkhurst Street in Lebanon on charges of Aggravated Felonious Sexual Assault and Simple Assault. The arrest stems from an incident reported to the Lebanon Police on April 10, 2017.

On A...

Lebanon Police to Offer Internet Safety Forum

The Lebanon Police Department Cyber Crimes Unit is hosting an Internet Safety Forum for parents on Thursday, May 25, 2017 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Lebanon Police Department. 

The forum is designed for parents and will cover popular websites and a...

Man Arrested for Brandishing Handgun During Confrontation

On April 30, 2017, Lebanon Police responded to a Criminal Threatening call in the Miracle Mile Plaza in West Lebanon.  The caller reported that another man had pointed a gun at him during a dispute over a parking space and then fled the area. &am...

National Drug Take Back Event

On Saturday, April 29, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department will be taking part in the Eleventh Nationwide Drug Take Back Event.  This event is a collaborative effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration, state and local law enforcement age...

Lebanon Officers Graduate from Police Academy

On Friday, April 21, 2017, Officers Eric Hunter and Emily Winslow graduated from the 172nd New Hampshire Full-Time Police Academy in a ceremony held at the Police Standards and Training facility in Concord. Officer Hunter previously worked for the New Ham...

Man Charged with Resisting Detention After Altercation

On April 13, 2017 at approximately 9:29am, Lebanon Police checked on a suspicious vehicle on Bank Street.  The male driver of the vehicle was driving beside a female who was walking on the side of the road and they appeared to be involved in a ve...

Lebanon Police Roll Out New Body Worn Cameras

Suspected Campsite Leads Police to Meth Lab

On April 10, 2017, Lebanon Police took a report of two individuals making methamphetamine in the woods off of Airport Road. An investigation into the allegations of manufacturing methamphetamine produced information that two individuals staying at a nearb...

Retiring Lebanon Police Officer Receives Resolution

Lebanon Police Corporal Jerry Brown retired effective April 1st after 16 years of service to the City of Lebanon. During the City Council meeting on 4/5/17, Corporal Brown received a resolution read into the minutes of the meeting by Mayor Suzanne Prentis...

LPD to Hold "Coffee With A Cop" Event at McDonald's

LEBANON—On April 11^th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to att...

Man Arrested for Attempting to Solicit Minor for Sex

On March 30, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department was proactively scanning Craigslist for prostitution and drug activity taking place in the classified advertisement site.  At approximately 1:00PM, two separate posts made on the 30th were found in...

Son of Former Lebanon Officer Donates Equipment Dating Back to the 1930's

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Officers Graduate from Leadership Training

Woman Arrested for Possession of Heroin

On March 23, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department, in cooperation with New Hampshire State Probation and Parole, conducted an investigation at an apartment in West Lebanon where a female was found to be in possession of heroin.

As a result of this investiga...

Lebanon Police Seeks Public's Help

On March 22, 2017 shortly after 3:00 PM, the Lebanon Police received a report of a motor vehicle accident on Seminary Hill.  Responding officers arrived on scene and learned the vehicle that caused the accident had fled the scene.  The v...

Vermont Woman Arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine and Buprenorphine

On March 22, 2017 at approximately 7:35PM, Lebanon Police checked on a suspicious vehicle in the Miracle Mile Plaza.  Contact was made with the female driver and after subsequent investigation, Patricia McCarthy, age 52, of Windsor, Vermont was a...

Man Arrested Again for Theft

Frank Merrell, age 34, of Goshen, New Hampshire was arrested on March 17, 2017 after removing merchandise valued at over $800 from Kohl’s Department Store in West Lebanon.

Merrell and another man, later identified as Timothy Wainwright, age 41, o...

Additional Arrest Made In Assault Case

Man Arrested for Disobeying a Police Officer

Lebanon Police Officers Participate in Reading Week

During the week of March 6th, Lebanon Police Officers participated in the Mount Lebanon School's Reading Week, which celebrates and encourages reading for children of all ages. Each day, members of the Lebanon Police Department would go into various class...

Man Arrested After Stolen SUV Recovered

During the morning of March 9, 2017, Lebanon Police took a report of a stolen GMC Yukon from a parking lot on Mechanic Street in Lebanon.

Officers began an investigation and with the assistance of a witness were able to identify the location of the SUV and...

Statement from Chief Mello Regarding the Passing of Keene Police Chief Brian Costa

The Lebanon Police Department is saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Keene, New Hampshire Police Chief Brian Costa. I greatly admired Chief Costa’s leadership and innovative approach to policing. Chief Costa’s passing is a tremen...

Two Women Flee from Kohl's After Shoplifting

On March 6, Kohl’s Loss Prevention reported two female shoplifters had fled from the store with approximately $100 of merchandise.  Kohl’s Loss Prevention provided Lebanon Police with a vehicle description including the regist...

Man Arrested for Shoplifting and Resisting Arrest

On March 6, 2017, Lebanon Officers were dispatched to a theft at Price Chopper.  Price Chopper’s Loss Prevention Officer reported a male had walked out of the store with a cart of items that he had not paid for.  When Loss Prev...

Lebanon Police Hold Coffee With A Cop Event at the Lebanon Diner

On Monday morning, February 27^th, the Lebanon Police Department held a Coffee With A Cop event at the Lebanon Diner, located on the Mall in Lebanon. Coffee With A Cop is a National Program that facilitates improving trust, building relationships and encou...

Utility Company Phone Scam

The Lebanon Police Department has received several complaints over the last couple weeks from local business owners reporting they have been contacted by someone claiming to be from Liberty Utilities.

In these cases, the business owners were told that unle...

Follow Us on Twitter!

The Lebanon Police Department has launched our new Twitter feed @LebPolice . Follow us on Twitter to stay up to date on our press releases, events, programs and current events. You can also follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LebanonPoliceDe...

Lebanon Officer's Good Deed Doesn't Go Unnoticed

On the morning of Thursday February 16th Lebanon Police Lieutenant Rich Smolenski stopped on Route 120 to assist a motorist who had run out of gas. The dispatch record of the call would indicate that Lt. Smolenski stood by while the motorist retrieved gas...

Suspects Identified

On February 13, 2017, the Lebanon Police Department issued a press release requesting assistance from the public in identifying five suspects who stole various merchandise from Wal-Mart.

The Lebanon Police Department received numerous tips and because of t...

Lebanon Police Make Additional Drug Arrests

On February 18, 2017 the Lebanon Police Department continued to investigate the reported drug activity on Maple Street.  Lebanon Police Patrol Division made contact with various subjects in an apartment building while conducting the drug investig...

Officers Make Several Drug Arrests

On February 17, 2016, the Lebanon Police Detective Division investigated possible drug activity on Maple Street in West Lebanon. The investigation led them to an apartment complex where they made contact with Thomas Vaillancourt, age 24, of White River Ju...

Man Arrested for Theft of Guitars

On January 10, 2017, Lebanon Police took a report of a theft which occurred from a storage area located at a local apartment complex.  It was reported there was forced entry into the storage unit and two guitars were stolen.  During the ...

Lebanon Police Request Public Assistance in Identifying Theft Suspects

On February 10, 2017 the Lebanon Police Department responded to Wal-Mart for a report of past thefts.  The officers met with Loss Prevention who told them five suspects had been involved with four different thefts occurring between February 2, 20...

Multi-Agency Effort to Find Suicidal Man

The Lebanon Police Department received a call on Friday at approximately 4:00PM of a 62-year-old Vermont man who had wandered off in the area of Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. The man was not a patient in the hospital. The man’s wife report...

Man Arrested for Heroin Possession

On February 9, 2017, while on foot patrol at Maplefield’s convenience store on Mechanic Street in Lebanon, an officer was approached by a store employee and made aware of a male who had been acting suspiciously and had been in the bathroom for a...

Coffee With A Cop Event at Lebanon Diner

On February 27^th, officers from the Lebanon Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.

All community members are invited to attend. The event ...

Coping With Addiction

Stolen Wallet Recovered

On February 1, 2017, Lebanon Police were dispatched to a local business for a reported theft of a wallet. The victim reported her wallet was stolen from her purse and provided a description of a possible female suspect.  Lebanon Police Officer Ty...

Arrests Made In Walmart Thefts

On December 26, 2016 at approximately 4:40pm, an unknown male entered Walmart and once inside the store, selected numerous electronic items and left the store without paying.  Lebanon Police responded, gathered information and took a report. &...