New Hampshire State Police say a 42‑year‑old Hampton resident, Andrew McInnes, sparked a weekend high‑speed chase that spanned several highways and towns before a police K‑9 unit brought the pursuit to a safe conclusion.
Chase begins on Interstate 95
At 11:50 p.m. Saturday, troopers were alerted that Maine State Police were already in pursuit of a Nissan Altima traveling south on Interstate 95 toward the New Hampshire border. Shortly after the vehicle entered New Hampshire, a state trooper spotted the car in Hampton and observed it traveling at speeds exceeding 100 mph while weaving erratically through traffic.
The trooper attempted a traffic stop, but the driver refused to pull over, prompting a multi‑agency chase. McInnes continued to accelerate, weaving across lanes and ignoring traffic signals as he fled southward.
Pursuit spreads across the state
After leaving I‑95, the suspect turned onto Route 101 west, taking the chase through several towns. Additional troopers, aided by officers from the Candia Police Department, deployed tire‑deflation devices in Candia in an effort to halt the vehicle. Despite the deflated tires, McInnes managed to merge onto Interstate 93 south and later onto Interstate 293 north heading toward Manchester.
Eventually, the driver lost control, striking a guardrail before abandoning the vehicle. Police quickly responded, and a state police K‑9 officer released his dog, Soka, which apprehended McInnes on foot.
Charges and court proceedings
McInnes was taken to a local hospital for evaluation of possible injuries and then transferred to the Rockingham County Jail, where he refused bail. He faces two felony counts of reckless conduct with a deadly weapon, along with misdemeanor charges of aggravated driving while intoxicated, driving while intoxicated, disobeying an officer, conduct after an accident, willful interference with police dogs, and resisting arrest. Additional violation‑level offenses include driving after suspension, reckless driving, and disorderly conduct.
The suspect is scheduled for arraignment in Brentwood District Court on Monday.
Prior incidents
According to police records, McInnes has a history of dangerous driving. Two years ago, he led a high‑speed chase through Massachusetts while operating a stolen SUV that originated in New Hampshire. That same year, he was charged with breaking into the Trull Brook Golf Course in Tewksbury, where he smashed a glass door and stole golf‑ball sleeves and gift cards.
Law enforcement officials emphasized the importance of coordinated multi‑agency response and the role of K‑9 units in safely ending dangerous pursuits. “Our officers and K‑9 partners work together to protect the public,” said a spokesperson for the New Hampshire State Police. “This incident underscores the need for vigilance and cooperation across jurisdictions to keep our highways safe.”
Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.
