Manchester Man Faces New Gun and Threat Charges While Out on Bail

Jayden Ballam-Quiah accused of multiple incidents involving violence and firearms in Concord

Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:53am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent bullet casing on a dark background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the gun-related crimes described in the story.A recent spate of gun-related incidents in Concord exposes the ongoing challenges of repeat offenders and bail reform.Manchester Today

Jayden Ballam-Quiah, a 20-year-old Manchester resident, was arrested earlier this month on multiple charges including criminal threatening and robbery. The charges stem from three separate incidents that occurred in Concord, New Hampshire in March, including a possible drug deal gone bad, a gun threat on Loudon Road, and an attempted robbery on Ellsworth Street.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in dealing with repeat offenders who continue to commit crimes while out on bail. It raises questions about bail reform and the ability of the justice system to effectively monitor and restrict the activities of individuals with a history of violent and criminal behavior.

The details

On March 4, police responded to a report of a man down on the ground on West Street, who appeared to have been run over. It was later determined that the victim had been dragged by a vehicle during what may have been a drug deal gone bad. Around 3.5 hours later, officers were called to Loudon Road for a report of three men in hoodies and ski masks, with one holding a gun. A witness identified Ballam-Quiah as the person who pointed a laser-equipped gun at another vehicle. On March 10, police responded to a report of an attempted robbery on Ellsworth Street, where a person was approached by a vehicle with three people inside and threatened and assaulted in an attempt to steal their property.

  • On March 4, the first incident occurred on West Street near Badger Street just before 7 p.m.
  • Around 3.5 hours later on March 4, officers were sent to Loudon Road for a report of three men dressed in hoodies and ski masks, with one holding a gun.
  • Just past 6:30 p.m. on March 10, police were sent to Ellsworth Street on a report of an attempted robbery.

The players

Jayden Ballam-Quiah

A 20-year-old Manchester resident who was arrested on multiple charges including criminal threatening and robbery.

Lt. Thomas Yerkes

A member of the Concord Police Department who provided details about the incidents.

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What they’re saying

“'It was learned that the male was dragged by a vehicle during the course of the incident.'”

— Lt. Thomas Yerkes, Concord Police Department

“'was approached by a vehicle with three people inside, at which point, a subject threatened and assaulted the individual and attempted to steal their property.'”

— Lt. Thomas Yerkes, Concord Police Department

What’s next

A bail revocation hearing for Ballam-Quiah is scheduled for April 28, and a state conference is booked for May 18 in a separate case. He is also due in court for a pretrial hearing on May 18 and jury selection on June 2 for another charge.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in dealing with repeat offenders who continue to commit crimes while out on bail, raising questions about the effectiveness of the justice system in monitoring and restricting the activities of individuals with a history of violent and criminal behavior.