Convicted Felon Charged in Hampton Beach Shooting

On the night of June 5, 2025, police responded to reports of shots fired near Ocean Boulevard and G Street at Hampton Beach, New Hampshire. Officers swiftly formed a perimeter, located a firearm, and arrested 21-year-old Connor Knowles of Northborough, Massachusetts, who is a convicted felon. Knowles faces multiple charges, including felon in possession of a dangerous weapon, reckless conduct with a deadly weapon, falsifying evidence, resisting arrest, and criminal trespass. No injuries were reported, and the area was quickly rendered safe. Hampton Police Chief Alex Reno emphasized that such incidents are extremely rare and that those responsible will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the Hampton Police Department.