Trending Now - Intense Search for Gunman Following Officer Shooting in NH

WHO:

NBC Boston - The suspect, Matthew J. Masse, is described as a middle-aged white male, 5-foot-11, 202 pounds, with black hair and hazel eyes.

NBC Boston - The suspect is identified as Matthew J. Masse, 38, of Raymond, New Hampshire.

NBC Boston - The injured officer is a veteran Nottingham police officer whose name is being withheld.

Fox News - New Hampshire State Police and Raymond Police Department are involved in the manhunt.

WHAT:

[April 4th, 2026] - Fox News - The suspect, Matthew J. Masse, had active felony warrants for attempted arson at his family's home on April 2nd, 2026.

[April 4th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - The Nottingham police officer who was struck and wounded is currently being treated for his injuries, and no other law enforcement officers or private citizens were physically injured during the incidents.

[April 6th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - The Attorney General's office is conducting an officer-involved shooting investigation related to Masse’s death on April 4th, 2026.

[10:06 PM on April 4th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - Officers attempted to take Matthew J. Masse into custody in a wooded area, where an exchange of gunfire occurred between Masse and the officers.

[10:06 PM on April 4th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - Following the exchange of gunfire, Masse was found deceased by officers when they approached his location.

[April 6th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - An autopsy is scheduled for early this week to determine Masse's cause and manner of death.

[April 5th, 2026] - NBC Boston - The suspect was last seen on foot and was carrying a long gun.

[April 5th, 2026] - NBC Boston - There are active felony warrants for Masse based on the incident that happened on April 2nd, 2026.

NBC Boston - Major Brendan Davey stated, "Scores of law enforcement resources are in the area, and the manhunt is very active and will remain so until the suspect is taken into custody."

NBC Boston - A tip line has been established at 603-628-8477 (603-MCU-TIPS) for information related to the investigation.

[10:06 PM on April 4th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - Officers made contact with Matthew J. Masse in a wooded area, where an exchange of gunfire occurred between Masse and the officers.

[10:06 PM on April 4th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - Following the exchange of gunfire, Masse was found deceased by officers when they approached his location.

[April 6th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - An autopsy is scheduled for early this week to determine Masse's cause and manner of death.

NBC Boston - An active manhunt is underway for Matthew J. Masse, who is accused of shooting a police officer.

NBC Boston - The officer sustained serious but non-life threatening injuries.

NBC Boston - A shelter-in-place order has been issued for residents in the area.

NBC Boston - Law enforcement is focusing their search on a large parcel of wooded land.

NBC Boston - Masse is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached.

WHERE:

NBC Boston - A media staging area has been set up at the Cozy Corner Plaza at 61 Route 27 in Raymond.

[10:06 PM on April 4th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - The exchange of gunfire occurred in a wooded area in Raymond, New Hampshire.

NBC Boston - The incident occurred in Raymond, New Hampshire, specifically on Ham Road.

NBC Boston - The search area is bounded by Ham Road, Nottingham Road (Route 156), Route 27, and Blake Road in Epping.

WHEN:

NBC Boston - The incident that led to the police being alerted occurred on April 2nd, 2026.

NBC Boston - The shooting incident occurred on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, just after 1:30 p.m.

NBC Boston - The police were first made aware of Masse based on an incident that occurred two days prior to the shooting.

WHY:

NBC Boston - The situation began with a report of a man shooting at family members.

HOW:

[April 4th, 2026] - Fox News - K-9 units were deployed during the search for Masse, and officers were "working feverishly with other agencies" in an all-hands-on-deck search.

[April 5th, 2026] - NBC Boston - Law enforcement is utilizing "every means necessary," including technological resources and K9s, to locate the suspect.

NBC Boston - Law enforcement is utilizing "every means necessary," including technological resources and K9s, to locate the suspect.

[April 6th, 2026] - InDepthNH.org - Numerous resources from the New Hampshire State Police and other law enforcement agencies were deployed to assist with the active search for Masse.

NBC Boston - Law enforcement has set up a perimeter and is utilizing various resources, including K9s and technological means, to locate the suspect.

NBC Boston - Public messaging methods include social media posts, reverse 911 calls, and emergency public alerts to inform residents of the situation.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 03:56 UTC)

on Saturday, Matthew J. Masse, who had active felony warrants for attempted arson, was involved in an incident that led to an officer-involved shooting, prompting an investigation by the Attorney General's office. During the search for Masse, K-9 units were deployed, and law enforcement officers collaborated with other agencies in a concerted effort to locate him. The Nottingham police officer who was struck and wounded in the incident is currently receiving treatment for his injuries, with no other officers or civilians reported harmed.

(UPDATED April 5, 2026 19:10 UTC)

Officers attempted to take Matthew J. Masse into custody in a wooded area on Saturday, where an exchange of gunfire occurred, resulting in Masse being found deceased by officers when they approached his location. An autopsy is scheduled for early this week to determine the cause and manner of Masse's death, while law enforcement continues to search for him, utilizing every means necessary, including technology and K9s. Active felony warrants for Masse were issued based on an incident that took place on Thursday.

(UPDATED April 5, 2026 15:04 UTC)

A manhunt is currently underway for Matthew J. Masse, a middle-aged white male who stands 5-foot-11 and weighs 202 pounds, with black hair and hazel eyes. Major Brendan Davey has confirmed that scores of law enforcement resources are actively searching for the suspect, who was first reported on Thursday, and a tip line has been established for anyone with information. A media staging area has been set up at the Cozy Corner Plaza in Raymond, where authorities are employing all available resources, including technology and K9 units, to aid in the search.

(UPDATED April 5, 2026 13:15 UTC)

on Saturday, officers made contact with Matthew J. Masse in a wooded area in Raymond, New Hampshire, where an exchange of gunfire occurred, resulting in Masse being found deceased when officers approached. Following this incident, an autopsy is scheduled for early this week to determine the cause and manner of Masse's death. Numerous resources from the New Hampshire State Police and other law enforcement agencies were deployed to assist with the active search for Masse prior to the confrontation.

(UPDATED April 5, 2026 05:31 UTC)

An active manhunt is underway for 38-year-old Matthew J. Masse of Raymond, New Hampshire, who is accused of shooting a police officer on Saturday, just after 1:30 p.m. The injured officer, a veteran of the Nottingham police force, sustained serious but non-life threatening injuries, and a shelter-in-place order has been issued for local residents as law enforcement focuses their search on a large wooded area. Authorities are utilizing various resources, including K9s and technology, to locate Masse, who is considered armed and dangerous, and they are keeping the public informed through social media and emergency alerts.