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North Reading Police Highlight Recent Arrest in Connection with Coercion and Enticement of a Minor

The North Reading Police Department is highlighting a recent arrest made by law enforcement partners based on information provided by North Reading Police. 

The North Reading Police Department is highlighting a recent arrest made by law enforcement partners based on information provided by North Reading Police. 

Daniel Murphy, 50, of Merrimack, N.H., is charged with coercion and enticement of a minor in U.S. District Court as a result of an investigation launched as a result of information obtained by North Reading Police. 

North Reading Police informed federal and New Hampshire law enforcement partners, and the subsequent joint investigation led to Murphy’s arrest. 

For more information on the arrest and allegations, please review this press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office

“This arrest was the result of a lengthy and thorough investigation conducted by the North Reading Police Department in close collaboration with our New Hampshire and federal law enforcement partners. It reflects our shared commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable members of our communities,” said Chief Mark Zimmerman. “Throughout this investigation, law enforcement personnel worked together with diligence, skill and determination. Those who seek to exploit or harm children should know that these crimes will be thoroughly investigated, those responsible will be identified, and, when supported by the evidence, they will be brought before the courts to answer for their actions. The North Reading Police Department will continue to work collaboratively with all of our law enforcement partners and use every lawful investigative resource available to protect children and keep our communities safe.”