Manchester Felon With Criminal History Arrested on Burglary, Other Charges in Concord

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Thomas Randall, a 30-year-old man from Manchester, New Hampshire, was recently arrested on multiple charges, including burglary, criminal threatening, and domestic violence, after an incident at the Royal Gardens apartment complex in Concord in late January. Randall has an extensive criminal history dating back to when he was a teenager, with convictions for assault, burglary, and weapons charges.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement and the justice system face in dealing with repeat offenders who continue to commit crimes despite having active cases and a long criminal record. It raises questions about bail reform, public safety, and whether more needs to be done to address the root causes of criminal behavior.

The details

According to police reports, on January 31, officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at the Royal Gardens apartment complex in Concord. A witness reported hearing screaming, sobbing, and banging noises coming from a neighboring apartment. When police arrived, they learned that Randall had shown up at the apartment, attempted to gain entry through a window, and then pushed the female victim to the floor, threw her phone, and threatened to kill another woman who was present. The incident was partially captured on video by the witness.

• On January 31, police responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at the Royal Gardens apartment complex in Concord.
• On February 2, Randall was arrested on the outstanding warrant.
• On February 3, Randall was arraigned via video in Concord District Court and held without bail.
• On February 10, a probable cause hearing was held.

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Thomas Randall out on bail.