Arrest At St. Anselm US Senate Debate

On Wednesday, November 2, 2022, St. Anselm College hosted the WMUR Granite State Debates for the US Senate race at the Institute of Politics. Prior to that debate, dozens of supporters were on hand for both candidates. During that time, St. Anselm College instructed a male party that they were no longer welcome on their property. That person was identified as:

Joseph Hart, 37 years old

Greenville, RI

A short time later, a disturbance occurred when Mr. Hart approached Mr. Bolduc who was greeting his supporters. Officers converged on the area and all parties were separated. Following that disturbance, Mr. Hart was taken into custody by the Goffstown Police Department and charged with:

Criminal Trespass

Disorderly Conduct

Mr. Hart was processed and released on personal recognizance bail and will be arraigned on December 1, 2022 at the Goffstown District Court. This incident remains under investigation. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Kevin Laroche at 603-497-4858.