Crime & Safety
Man Who Crashed SUV After Fleeing From Bedford, Merrimack Cops Wanted On Charges
Travis Deluca and a dog were rescued after a crash into the Souhegan River. Deluca is wanted for animal cruelty, DUI, and reckless conduct.
MERRIMACK, NH — Merrimack police have issued warrants for Travis Deluca, 32, who faces multiple charges after a pursuit and crash that ended in Merrimack in July.
Bedford police attempted to stop Deluca on South River Road and he fled in a vehicle southerly into Merrimack, according to a report. Merrimack police were notified and immediately after, Deluca passed the Merrimack cruiser he lost control, police said.
The SUV Deluca was driving crashed through a guardrail in front of the Merrimack Fire Department and launched into the river. The Toyota Rav4 finally stopped after crashing into trees in the river.
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A dog and Deluca were extricated from the car after an extended rescue operation, and a DHART helicopter landed in a nearby field to transport Deluca to the Elliot Hospital with serious injuries.
Deluca is wanted on numerous charges; reckless conduct-deadly weapon, DUI aggravated collision with serious bodily injury, felon in possession of a dangerous weapon, and cruelty to animals, according to Merrimack Police.
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A booking photo from a 2018 arrest was released and police are asking for help from the public in locating him.
If you have any information on his whereabouts, please contact Detective Greg Walters at 603-420-1860 or Merrimack PD at 603-424-3774. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can leave a tip on the Crimeline at 603-424-2424.
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