NH Felon Accused Of Failing To Appear On Weapon, Theft Charges

CONCORD, NH — The U.S. Marshals-New Hampshire Joint Fugitive Task Force is searching for a felon who is accused of failing to appear in superior court on more felony charges.

Back in December 2019, Brandon Carl Hanson, 34, was accused of receiving stolen property, felon in possession of a dangerous weapon, and possession of a controlled drug-subsequent, all felonies, after an incident in Laconia. About a month before, Hanson was charged with felony possession of a controlled drug in Northwood. While those charges were making their way through the court system, more charges arose: In Belmont in March, he was charged with receiving stolen property, reckless conduct-deadly weapon, and possession of a controlled drug-subsequent, all felonies, as well as disobeying an officer and receiving stolen property, and in April, four felony forgery charges were issued against him in Strafford County Superior Court.

Then, on July 15, Hanson was accused of failing to appear at a status conference in Belknap County Superior Court on the Laconia charges and a warrant was issued for his arrest, according to Jeffrey White, a deputy marshal. The fugitive task force was brought in on the case this week.

"Hanson was last known to reside in Manchester, NH, but has ties to family, friends, and associates in Dover, New Hampshire," White said.

Hanson is 5 feet, 11 inches tall, weighs around 220 lbs., and has hazel eyes and brown hair. He has tattoos on his back, chest, abdomen, neck, hands and wrists, and his right calf.

Anyone who sees someone like Hanson or knows where he is should contact local police or the task force at 603-225-1632.

Back in July 2016, Hanson was convicted on a felony theft by unauthorized taking charge out of Rochester. In November 2014, he was convicted of drug possession in Dover and attempted credit card fraud, both felonies, in Strafford County Superior Court. In June 2012, he was convicted on a felony attempted escape and simple assault charges in Dover. Other charges before that include attempt, possession of drugs in a motor vehicle, felony drug possession, numerous forgery charges around New Hampshire, and violation of probation.

Editor's note: This post was derived from information supplied by the U.S. Marshals Service and does not indicate a conviction. This link explains the removal request process for New Hampshire Patch police reports.

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