Melting Snow Reveals Body In The Woods, Student Wins NH Poetry Out Loud Contest

Shooting leads to attempted murder charges; cops seek tips about suspect after store robbed; drug dealer gets 15-30 years; town elections.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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A man walking a dog in an area frequented by homeless campers in Concord, New Hampshire spotted a body partially covered in snow near the railroad tracks. In other news, a man from Goffstown was charged with attempted murder after an argument and shooting, police are seeking the public's help identifying a suspect in an armed robbery at a store in Manchester, and a drug dealer from Nashua was sentenced to 15 to 30 years in prison.

Why it matters

The discovery of the body in the woods highlights the ongoing issue of homelessness and the challenges faced by those living in encampments, especially during harsh winter conditions. The other incidents showcase the range of criminal activity occurring in New Hampshire communities and the efforts by law enforcement to address them.

The details

In Concord, a man walking his dog spotted the body partially covered in snow near the railroad tracks on Horseshoe Island, an area frequented by homeless campers. In Goffstown, Ted Herbert Ross was arrested and charged with attempted murder after he was accused of threatening a family member and shooting at another victim during an argument on Sunday. In Manchester, police are seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect who robbed the Seven Days Market on Union Street at gunpoint on February 16. And in Nashua, Daren Innie, described as an "armed career criminal" and drug dealer, was sentenced to 15 to 30 years in prison for incidents in June 2022 involving possession of a gun, 625 grams of fentanyl, and 225 grams of methamphetamine.

  • On March 10, 2026, a man walking a dog discovered a body partially covered in snow in Concord.
  • On Sunday, Ted Herbert Ross was arrested and charged with attempted murder in Goffstown.
  • On February 16, 2026, the Seven Days Market in Manchester was robbed at gunpoint.
  • In June 2022, Daren Innie was arrested in Nashua for possession of a gun, fentanyl, and methamphetamine.

The players

Concord Police

The police department in Concord, New Hampshire that is investigating the discovery of the body in the woods.

Ted Herbert Ross

A man from Goffstown, New Hampshire who was arrested and charged with attempted murder after an argument and shooting incident.

Seven Days Market

A store in Manchester, New Hampshire that was robbed at gunpoint on February 16, 2026.

Daren Innie

An "armed career criminal" and drug dealer from Nashua, New Hampshire who was sentenced to 15 to 30 years in prison for drug and gun possession charges.

Summer Brackett

A student from Northwood, New Hampshire who won the 2026 New Hampshire Poetry Out Loud championship and will represent the state at the national competition in Washington, D.C.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.