DPW Shooting Arrest
Manchester Police Arrest Suspect in Shooting of Two DPW Workers, Victims Stable
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Police closed specific roadway stretches during the active investigation, including “Union Street from Hanover to Manchester” and “Londonderry Lane from Pine Street to Union Street,” and advised residents to “stay out of that area while they work.”
A nearby resident, Bryanna Blodgett, criticized neighborhood safety and said she believes violent incidents occur repeatedly: “It’s not safe for kids… I believe some sort of violent crime like this happens in the neighborhood every other month,” adding, “I don’t see police around as much as they’re needed.”
In a statement, Manchester Police Chief Peter Marr emphasized the response speed, saying, “I am proud of the swift work of our officers and detectives in identifying the suspect and taking him into custody so quickly following this morning’s shooting.”
Mayor Jay Ruais thanked the police department and City staff and said he had spoken with the victims, stating: “I want to thank the Manchester Police Department for their swift response, professionalism, and work to quickly apprehend the suspect… I have spoken with both victims and am grateful that they are recovering.”
A Manchester man opened fire on two city workers Thursday morning, striking both with a single bullet before being tracked down and arrested within hours. Sean Day, 32, faces two counts of first-degree assault after shooting two Department of Public Works employees near the intersection of Manchester and Union Streets around 9:20 a.m., according to WMUR.
Both victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were treated and released. Police say Day knew one of the workers. Officers found him at a nearby city business and took him into custody without a struggle, according to InDepthNH.
One Shot, Two Victims, and a Quick Arrest
The two DPW employees were doing routine sidewalk work when a man approached them. Day pulled out a handgun and fired once. That single bullet struck both men. Police have not released the victims' names or explained exactly how one shot hit two people, according to WHDH.
Officers launched an immediate search. They used drones and K-9 units to sweep the area. Within hours, they spotted Day at a business in the city. He did not resist. Manchester Police Chief Peter Marr said, "I am proud of the swift work of our officers and detectives in identifying the suspect and taking him into custody so quickly following this morning's shooting," according to InDepthNH.
Streets Locked Down During Active Manhunt
While police searched for Day, they shut down several nearby roads. Union Street from Hanover to Manchester Street was closed, as was Londonderry Lane from Pine Street to Union Street. Residents were told to stay out of the area, according to Patch.
The closures lasted roughly two hours. Neighbors watched from their homes as officers, drones, and K-9 teams moved through the area. The scene drew attention to a part of Manchester that locals say sees too much violence.
Resident Says Violent Crime Hits Every Other Month
Bryanna Blodgett lives near the shooting scene. She did not hold back. "It's not safe for kids," she said. "I believe some sort of violent crime like this happens in the neighborhood every other month." She added, "I don't see police around as much as they're needed," according to Patch.
Her frustration reflects a broader tension. Manchester is New Hampshire's largest city and sees crime rates well above the state average. Residents in the Union Street corridor say they want more than fast arrests — they want officers walking the streets before shots are fired.
Mayor and Police Chief Praise Response, Vow Follow-Through
Mayor Jay Ruais said he spoke directly with both victims after the shooting. "I want to thank the Manchester Police Department for their swift response, professionalism, and work to quickly apprehend the suspect," he said. "I have spoken with both victims and am grateful that they are recovering," according to WMUR.
Police say the shooting was not random and that there is no broader threat to the public. The motive is still under investigation. Day is being held pending arraignment on two felony counts. First-degree assault in New Hampshire is a serious felony that can carry significant prison time.
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