Cher's Son Arrested After Incident at New Hampshire Private School

Elijah Allman charged with multiple misdemeanors after alleged belligerent behavior at St. Paul's School

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Police in Concord, New Hampshire have arrested Elijah Allman, the 49-year-old son of singer Cher, after he allegedly acted belligerently at a private high school where he has no association. Allman was charged with two counts of simple assault, criminal trespass, criminal threatening, and a violation of disorderly conduct.

Why it matters

The incident raises questions about security and access protocols at private schools, as well as the challenges of dealing with disruptive behavior by individuals with no clear connection to the institution.

The details

According to police, around 7 p.m. on Friday, they responded to reports of Allman disturbing people in the dining hall of St. Paul's School. After investigating, Allman was arrested and charged with the multiple misdemeanors. He was later released on bail as his case proceeds through the court system.

  • The incident occurred around 7 p.m. on Friday, March 1, 2026.

The players

Elijah Allman

The 49-year-old son of singer Cher, who was arrested and charged in connection with the incident at St. Paul's School.

St. Paul's School

A private high school in Concord, New Hampshire where the incident took place, though Allman has no association with the school.

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What’s next

Allman's case will continue to work through the court system as he faces the charges against him.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for private schools to have robust security measures and protocols in place to address potential disruptions by individuals with no affiliation to the institution, in order to ensure the safety and well-being of students, staff, and the broader school community.