Portsmouth Police Department: Subject Arrested On Multiple Charges Stemming From Domestic Dispute

Press release from the Portsmouth Police Department:

August 5, 2021

Shortly before 1:00 AM on August 5th, Portsmouth Police were dispatched to the parking lot of the Quality Inn at 1190 Lafayette Road for a reported motor vehicle crash. A vehicle had crashed into two parked vehicles in the lot, causing extensive damage. Investigating officers on scene determined the crash was the result of a domestic dispute that occurred in the parking lot. During the dispute, the male operator of the vehicle lost control causing the crash. The lone male operator was identified as; Bounthanome Chanphouang 49 years of age Dover, NH Further investigation determined the dispute involved Chanphouang, a female party and a male party. Once officers determined causation of the crash and took statements from all parties involved, Chanphouang was arrested and charged with; Domestic Violence – Criminal Threatening (Felony) Reckless Conduct (Felony) Domestic Violence – Criminal Threatening (Misdemeanor) Criminal Threatening – (Misdemeanor) Reckless Operation – (Violation) Criminal Mischief – (Misdemeanor) There were no reported injuries to any party involved. Chanphouang was held and is scheduled to be arraigned on charges through the Rockingham County Superior Court on today’s date.

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