Police Fatally Shoot Homicide Suspect on Bridge

Early Thursday morning, police fatally shot a man on the Piscataqua River Bridge, which connects New Hampshire and Maine, after he was involved in a homicide in Troy, New Hampshire. The incident escalated when officers discovered an 8-year-old child dead in the man's vehicle. Authorities confirmed that the man had killed a woman before driving to the bridge, leading to police engagement that resulted in the shooting. The Maine Attorney General's Office is investigating the officer-involved shooting, while officials assured the public that there is no ongoing threat. The Piscataqua River Bridge has been closed in both directions, causing significant traffic disruptions as investigations continue. Further details about the circumstances surrounding the child’s death remain unclear, with the investigation still active.