Patrol Officer Stephen J. Arkell, Brentwood Police Department, New Hampshire

Patrol Officer Stephen J. Arkell

Brentwood Police Department, New Hampshire

End of Watch Monday, May 12, 2014

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Stephen J. Arkell

Patrol Officer Stephen Arkell was shot and killed after responding to a domestic dispute at a home on Mill Pond Road shortly before 5:00 pm.

He had entered the home with other officers when a male subject opened fire, killing him. The other officers were forced to retreat from the home because of the gunfire.

A short time later a massive explosion and fire destroyed the home. The subject is believed to have been killed in the explosion.

Patrol Officer Arkell had served with the Brentwood Police Department for 17 years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.

In January 2020, a bill was proposed to rename Route 125 to Officer Stephen Arkell Memorial Highway in honor of his service.

Bio

Age 48
Tour 17 years, 3 months
Badge 87

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Deceased

domestic

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Officer Arkell,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Brentwood. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 12, 2024