Chuck Massahos for Rockingham County Sheriff

As National Police Week is coming to an end, today we pause to reflect on National Peace Officers Memorial Day.

Today, we honor and remember every law enforcement officer who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving their community.

On Wednesday night, 363 names were read aloud during the Candlelight Vigil in Washington, D.C.

363 officers.
363 stories.
363 families forever changed.

As of today, the Officer Down Memorial Page reports 41 line-of-duty deaths in 2026.

Please join us in taking a moment to pray for and remember every family whose officer never made it home.🇺🇸💙

High Sheriff Charles Massahos is pleased to announce that the Rockingham County Sheriff's Office held it’s first Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) graduation at the Barnard School in South Hampton. The students learned valuable lessons about being safe, responsible, and making good choices. We are so proud of the sixth grade class for completing this program.
Congratulations to all!

The Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office is proud to show our support and spread awareness of the New Hampshire Blue Envelope Program.

Program Overview:
The New Hampshire Blue Envelope Program is a voluntary initiative intended to support communication during interactions between law enforcement and drivers who may have autism spectrum disorder or trauma and stressor-related disorders.
The program provides a blue-colored envelope that allows drivers to:
• Share optional communication or sensory considerations
• Provide relevant information that may assist during a traffic stop

Purpose of the Program:
The Blue Envelope Program is intended to:
• Increase awareness that some drivers may communicate or respond differently
• Support clearer communication during traffic stops
• Promote safe and effective interactions for both drivers and officers

Participation & Issuance:
Eligible individuals may request a blue envelope through the DMV:
• In person at a DMV office or by mail
• With verification consistent with RSA 265:3-c

Any questions? Reach out to Deputy Duffy at 603-395-8535 or [email protected]

On this day in 2014 Officer Stephen Arkell of the Brentwood Police Department made the ultimate sacrifice for the community he loved.
Your legacy will live on forever.

During National Police Week the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office would like to pause to recognize the men and women who willingly step into danger each and every day across this country.

This week we remember the fallen, honor those still serving, and recognize the quiet sacrifices made by law enforcement families who stand behind them every day.

We see your sacrifice. We honor your service. 🇺🇸💙🖤

On behalf of the High Sheriff Charles Massahos and everyone at the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office, we wish all the amazing mothers out there a Happy Mother’s Day💐

On behalf of the High Sheriff Charles Massahos and everyone at the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office, we send our deepest condolences to the Massachusetts State Police and the fallen Troopers family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time following a tragic loss.
Your legacy will live on forever, rest in peace.

❗️SCAM ALERT ❗️

(No, you didn’t “forget” to pay a toll)

We received a report of this scam last night and want to make sure everyone is staying informed/ up to date on new scams circulating.

‼️DO NOT scan the QR code
‼️Delete the text message and report it as spam
‼️Please don’t show up to 117 North Road, that is the Rockingham County nursing facility not the court… they will be very confused
‼️Report any suspicious messages immediately to 1-877-643-9727 or https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/?orgcode=NHDOT.

Let’s all work together and spread the word so no one ends up paying into a scammers imaginary toll booth.

April call for service summary

The Rockingham County Sheriff's Office would like to wish Emma Kostyun much luck and success as she pursues a career in law enforcement. Emma recently completed her internship with us and will graduate with a Master of Arts in Justice Studies from the University of New Hampshire. Emma's goal was to increase her knowledge in what makes a professional law enforcement agency successful, as well as the role of the Sheriff's Office as it pertains to working alongside local, state and federal partners.

During her internship Emma spent many hours alongside the men and women of each division within the Sheriff's Office and showed an enthusiastic, willingness to learn. We wish nothing but the best for Emma!