New Hampshire shooting suspect killed in gunfight after wounding officer
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The suspect who allegedly shot a New Hampshire police officer was killed in a gunfight with authorities, authorities said Sunday.
Matthew J. Masse, 38, allegedly opened fire on family members and the responding officer in Raymond Saturday afternoon, prompting a massive manhunt that included road closures and a shelter-in-place order.
“There was an exchange of gunfire between Mr. Masse and the officers with his rifle,” the State Attorney’s Office said. “Following this conversation, Mr. Masse was found dead by police officers when they approached his location.”
The office added that an autopsy is planned for early this week to confirm the suspect’s cause and manner of death.
A MAJOR HUNT CONTINUES IN NEW HAMPSHIRE TOWN, AFTER A GUNMAN INJURED A POLICE OFFICER AND ALLEGEDLY SET FIRE AT A FAMILY.
Authorities provided a photo of the suspect, identified as Matthew J. Masse, 38. (WBZ)
The incident occurred shortly after 1:30 p.m., when Masse reportedly shot his relatives with a long gun and then fired at police. The Nottingham Police Department officer was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, authorities said.
The suspect, described as a middle-aged white male who is 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs 202 pounds, reportedly had an active felony warrant for attempted arson at his parents’ home Thursday.
Following the shooting, Masse fled into a wooded area, triggering a large-scale manhunt, with K-9 units deployed and officers “working feverishly with other agencies” to search the entire deck, authorities said.
THE MAN, WHO WAS PREVIOUSLY ARRESTED, WAS CAUGHT TWICE IN THE HORRIBLE VIDEO FOR ALLEGEDLY TRYING TO SEND A STRANGER TO THE TRAIN TRAILS
New Hampshire State Police Maj. Brendan Davey speaks at a news conference Saturday. (WBZ)
New Hampshire State Police found Masse around 10:06 p.m., several hours after residents near Ham Road were told to shelter in place, authorities said.
A gunfight broke out during the arrest attempt. Authorities found later Masse died at the scene, his long gun found nearby.
The Raymond Police Department in New Hampshire reported activity and a road closure on Saturday, April 4, 2026. (WBZ)
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No other officers or civilians were injured, and officials said there was no further threat to the public.
The names of the officers involved are being kept secret until official interviews, in accordance with protocol.
Fox News’ Alexandra Koch contributed to this report.
