New Hampshire Officers Identified in Fatal October Shooting
Three law enforcement officers opened fire on Route 112 after stopping a vehicle on October 8.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Law Enforcement
The New Hampshire Attorney General has confirmed that three law enforcement officers fired their weapons during a fatal confrontation on October 8, 2026. The incident occurred on Route 112 in Bath after police used a spike strip to stop a vehicle driven by 36-year-old Jeanne Seto.
Why it matters
The investigation seeks to clarify the circumstances surrounding the fatal police encounter involving an armed suspect. Officials initiated the stop following reports that the driver was traveling to confront a family member.
Three officers engaged in the shooting, including Lincoln Police Sgt. Kris Lowe and two State Troopers. The investigation remains ongoing with a final report expected to be released upon completion.
The players
Jeanne Seto
She was the 36-year-old individual who died during an encounter with law enforcement on New Hampshire Route 112.
Kris Lowe
He is a Sergeant with the Lincoln Police Department who has been employed for 10 years and fired his weapon during the incident.
Brandyn Humberstone
He is a State Trooper who fired his weapon during the confrontation.
Juan Vargas
He is a State Trooper who fired his weapon during the confrontation.
The details
Police intercepted the vehicle using a spike strip after receiving information that the driver was armed and heading to a confrontation. Following the stop, State Troopers Brandyn Humberstone and Juan Vargas, along with Sgt. Kris Lowe, discharged their service weapons, resulting in the death of 36-year-old Jeanne Seto.
Timeline
The fatal confrontation between police and Jeanne Seto occurred on October 8, 2026.
Legal Context
This investigation follows the formal oversight procedures mandated for all officer-involved fatalities in the state. Such reviews establish a precedent for transparency when law enforcement uses lethal force, mirroring the standard protocols applied to historical officer-involved shootings in the region.
The investigation currently limits traffic and access on the section of Route 112 where the incident took place. Residents should monitor official state channels for updates regarding road closures or safety advisories as the investigation proceeds.
The takeaway
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the exact sequence of events that led to the use of lethal force. Public reports on such incidents are typically released after the administrative and legal review process is finalized.
Further reading
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