Two Inmates Placed on Escape Status in Manchester
The New Hampshire Department of Corrections identified two inmates who failed to return to a local housing unit.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Jobs — General
Two inmates, Aris Karamousianis and James Brouillard, have been placed on escape status after failing to return to their transitional housing unit. The individuals were last seen in the area of Delta Dental Stadium.
Why it matters
The escape status follows a failure to return to the Manchester facility after the pair signed out to pursue employment opportunities. Authorities are actively working to locate the two men.
Aris Karamousianis, 43, is incarcerated for possession of a dangerous weapon, while 63-year-old James Brouillard is held for armed robbery. The NHDOC Investigations Bureau can be reached at 603-848-2569 for any information regarding the escapees.
The players
New Hampshire Department of Corrections
This state agency is responsible for managing the incarceration and supervision of individuals sentenced to correctional facilities in New Hampshire.
Aris Karamousianis
He is a 43-year-old inmate currently incarcerated for the possession of a dangerous weapon.
James Brouillard
He is a 63-year-old inmate currently incarcerated for the crime of armed robbery.
The details
The inmates signed out of their transitional housing unit at 11 a.m. Monday but did not return as required. Their last confirmed location was near Delta Dental Stadium before they were officially declared as escapees.
Timeline
11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 21, 2026: The inmates signed out of the housing facility.
5:30 p.m. on Monday, September 21, 2026: The New Hampshire Department of Corrections officially placed the inmates on escape status.
Legal Context
This incident follows established protocols for reporting unauthorized absences from transitional housing units. Such occurrences are handled under state penal procedures that dictate the immediate categorization of inmates who fail to adhere to facility release terms.
Residents in the area of Delta Dental Stadium should be aware that the two individuals remain at large. Anyone with information regarding the current location of the escapees should contact the NHDOC Investigations Bureau immediately.
The takeaway
The event highlights the procedural requirements for inmates engaged in off-site employment programs. Maintaining the integrity of these transitional programs is essential for continued community safety and rehabilitation efforts.
Further reading
For more information on employment programs and facility oversight, visit the Jobs — General section.
