New Hampshire Man Arrested on Firearms Charges in South Yarmouth

Routine traffic stop leads to discovery of loaded handgun and ammunition

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:07am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a handgun magazine loaded with ammunition, the metallic surfaces and textures dramatically illuminated by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the serious nature of the firearms violation uncovered during the traffic stop.A routine traffic stop in South Yarmouth led to the discovery of an unlawfully possessed handgun and ammunition, highlighting the vigilance required to address the public safety risks posed by illegal firearms.South Yarmouth Today

A 38-year-old New Hampshire man was arrested in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts on Saturday night after a traffic stop uncovered a loaded 9mm firearm and ammunition that he did not have a license to possess in the state.

Why it matters

Illegal firearms pose a serious public safety risk, and this arrest highlights the importance of law enforcement vigilance in identifying and removing unlawful weapons from circulation, especially in a coastal tourist community like South Yarmouth.

The details

During a routine patrol, a Yarmouth police officer pulled over a silver Audi sedan driven by Quintarious Moore of New London, New Hampshire for a traffic violation. Upon further investigation, the officer discovered that Moore was in possession of a loaded Taurus 9mm handgun, as well as ammunition, without having the proper license to carry a firearm in Massachusetts.

  • The traffic stop occurred on Saturday night.
  • Moore was arrested and transported to the Yarmouth Police Department.
  • He was arraigned on the charges on Monday at Barnstable District Court.

The players

Quintarious Moore

A 38-year-old resident of New London, New Hampshire who was arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition in Massachusetts.

Yarmouth Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrest.

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What they’re saying

“Illegal firearms pose a serious public safety risk, and this arrest highlights the importance of law enforcement vigilance in identifying and removing unlawful weapons from circulation, especially in a coastal tourist community like South Yarmouth.”

— Yarmouth Police Department

What’s next

Moore was released on personal recognizance and will face further legal proceedings related to the firearms charges at Barnstable District Court.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for strict enforcement of gun laws to keep communities safe, as even routine traffic stops can uncover serious firearms violations that pose a threat to public wellbeing.