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Bedford, N.H. Police Arrest and Charge Man with Trying to Cash Fraudulent Check

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Bedford Police Department
John J. Bryfonski, Chief of Police
55 Constitution Drive
Bedford, NH 03110

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Bedford Police Arrest and Charge Man with Trying to Cash Fraudulent Check

BEDFORD, N.H. — Chief John J. Bryfonski reports that the Bedford Police Department arrested a man and charged him with attempting to illegally cash a check at a bank on Wednesday.

STEPHEN LAMORE, AGE 39, OF STOUGHTON, MASSACHUSETTS, was charged with one count of Forgery of a Check.

At approximately 3:20 p.m. Wednesday, officers responded to Bank of New Hampshire, 256 Wallace Road, for a report of a man allegedly attempting to cash a fraudulent check.

Upon arrival, the officers spoke with LAMORE and the bank employees.

A bank teller and manager told police that LAMORE attempted to cash a Bank of New Hampshire check for $3890.22. The font of the name on the check was different and did not match the checks that the bank issues. In addition, the account number, belonging to a local business, had also been flagged as having recent fraudulent activity.

When police called the business where the account on the check belongs to, an employee said that the check number given was made out to a different recipient for a different amount. The employee also said that the bank did not issue any checks to LAMORE and did not know who he was.

It is unclear at this time how LAMORE obtained the check and the matter remains under investigation.

LAMORE was placed under arrest, booked at the Bedford Police Department and later released on personal recognizance.

He is scheduled to be arraigned at Hillsborough Superior Court North on Jan. 3.

These are allegations. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

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Bedford Police to Offer Civilian Response to Active Shooter Training Course

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Bedford Police Department
John J. Bryfonski, Chief of Police
55 Constitution Drive
Bedford, NH 03110

For Immediate Release

Friday, Sept. 21, 2018

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Bedford Police to Offer Civilian Response to Active Shooter Training Course

Free CRASE Training Offered to All 

BEDFORD, N.H. — Chief John J. Bryfonski announces that the Bedford Police Department will offer community members a training session on civilians reacting to active shooter incidents in October.

The Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) training is meant to prepare civilians for the possibility that they could be targeted in a violent intruder event, giving them knowledge to help save their own lives and the lives of others in the crucial minutes before law enforcement arrives.

“We have all wondered what we would do if faced with the situation of an individual who is threatening real and imminent harm,” Chief Bryfonski said. “Although there is no perfect model, this course will provide you with choices on what you can do to protect yourself.”

WHEN:

Tuesday, Oct. 16, at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE:

Saint Elizabeth Seton Church,190 Meetinghouse Road, Bedford

WHO:

  • Bedford Police Department
  • Saint Elizabeth Church Ann Seton Women’s Guild
  • Bedford Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

WHAT:

The Bedford Police Department is offering the class free of charge. Lt. Michael Bernard will be teaching the course.

Participants will learn strategies about how to prepare for and respond to being confined inside a building during a violent intruder event. In addition, information will be provided about how to help law enforcement in such situations and limit casualties.

All individuals, businesses, churches, community groups and other types of organizations are welcome and encouraged to attend.

The course was developed by the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response
Training Center at Texas State University, and was designed around the “Avoid, Deny, Defend” strategy.

Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP by emailing [email protected]. Please include how many people you will be attending with.

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Bedford Police and Fire Departments Offer Storm Preparedness Tips

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For Immediate Release

Friday, Sept. 14, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected].net

Bedford Police and Fire Departments Offer Storm Preparedness Tips

BEDFORD — Acting Police Chief Scott Jones and Fire Chief David Grunes are recommending a series of precautions to residents in the event of a hurricane or tropical storm in the coming weeks and months.

Although the Atlantic hurricane season is officially June 1 through November 30, the most active time for these storms in Massachusetts is late August through September, according to the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA). Hurricane Florence has made landfall on North Carolina and South Carolina and millions of people have been evacuated along the coast.

“While this hurricane is not currently predicted to come our way, it stands as a stark reminder for our residents to be vigilant about storm preparation and preparedness,” Fire Chief Grunes said.

In the event of a hurricane or tropical storm, Acting Police Chief Jones and Fire Chief Grunes urge residents to establish and practice a family emergency plan, build an emergency kit and follow tips outlined by the MEMA:

  • Be informed of hurricane and tropical storm warnings by receiving alerts and public safety information before, during, and after emergencies.
  • If you live or work in a flood zone, hurricane evacuation zone, or an area that is prone to flooding, you should be prepared to evacuate.
  • Check flashlights and portable radios to confirm they’re working.
  • Fully charge your cell phone, laptop and any other devices before the storm.
  • If you own a car, make sure its gas tank is at least half full in the event you need to travel.  Purchase a car phone charger so that you can charge your device if you lose power in your home.
  • If you have life-support devices (home dialysis, suction, breathing machines, etc.) that depend on electricity, contact your local electric company about your power needs in advance of an emergency. Some utility companies will put you on a priority re-connection service list.
  • Purchase a generator to maintain electricity despite an outage. Generators should always be kept outside, since they admit carbon monoxide fumes that can quickly accumulate indoors.
  • Prepare your home. Consider attaching temporary plywood covers to protect windows and sliding doors.

“We wish everyone the best in North Carolina and South Carolina and hope that people stay safe throughout the hurricane,” Acting Police Chief Scott said. “Creating family emergency plans ahead of storms like these is one of the best ways to be ready when they come in our direction.”

 

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Bedford Police Investigating Purse Thefts at Businesses

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Bedford Police Department
John J. Bryfonski, Chief of Police
55 Constitution Drive
Bedford, NH 03110

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Bedford Police Investigating Purse Thefts at Businesses

BEDFORD, N.H. — Chief John J. Bryfonski reports that the Bedford Police Department is investigating two purse thefts from businesses on Colby Court yesterday.

The thefts are believed to be unrelated and police are asking for the public’s help in identifying four individuals who are believed to have worked together in one of the incidents.

At approximately 2:30 p.m., police responded to Panera Bread, 7 Colby Court, after a woman reported that her purse was stolen.

Surveillance footage inside the restaurant showed at least four people that appeared to “case” the business and worked together to steal the victim’s purse.

The investigation further showed that the victim’s credit cards were subsequently used in Manchester to make fraudulent purchases of thousands of dollars worth of electronics. The group also attempted to use the credit cards at the Bedford Target.

The vehicle they were in is described as a newer silver Ford Explorer.

Anyone who recognizes the individuals from the surveillance footage images is asked to call Bedford Police at 603-472-5113.

In a separate theft, at approximately 10 p.m. Wednesday, police responded to Walmart, 17 Colby Court, for a report of a woman in the parking lot who had her purse stolen.

When officers arrived, they spoke to the victim who had been loading her vehicle when the female suspect took the victim’s purse from the her shopping cart and fled on foot.

The female suspect is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall and in her 20s or 30s. She was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black pants. She was last seen on foot behind the Bedford Grove Plaza shopping center.

Bedford Police are actively investigating both of these incidents.

Chief Bryfonski would like to remind shoppers to not lose sight of their valuables and to report any suspicious activity they may notice inside of businesses or in the parking lots.

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