Politics & Government

Rep. Campbell Issues Statement, Tells His Side of Duck Story

'i extend my deepest apology to everyone involved, including the public.'

Below is a statement issued Dec. 29 by State Rep. David Campbell, D-Nashua, in response to a news story alleging he ran over and killed several ducks outside the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Dec. 23:

"Even though the police have yet to complete their investigation, I feel it is necessary to issue a statement:

I am deeply sorry that I accidentally ran over several wild ducks near the Crowne Plaza last Monday night. This occurred while some people were feeding the ducks in the roadway nearby. I know it greatly upset them, as it did me. In spite of the accusations to the contrary, this was accidental, unintentional and deeply affected me then and now.

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I immediately got out of my car and apologized. However, one individual – who I later learned was Mr. James Murphy – was highly agitated and confrontational. He cursed, continuously yelled, and approached me in a threatening manner. After I parked my car, his aggressive behavior and threats continued. To diffuse a situation that was becoming increasingly hostile, I walked across the parking lot to my office building.

I have fully cooperated with the police. I reported the accident to the NH Fish & Game Department, and also spoke with the management of the Crowne Plaza.

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Once again, I extend my deepest apology to everyone involved, including the public."


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