Town Officials and Staff

Chief Anthony Bean Burpee began his career in August 1995 being hired as a Corrections Officer with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office in Maine. He remained there until being hired as a full-time patrol officer with the Kennebunk (ME) Police Department in August 1998. During his 16-year career with the Town of Kennebunk, Chief Bean Burpee held the positions of School Resource Officer, Juvenile Officer, Patrol Sergeant, Communications Commander, Public Information Officer, Training Supervisor, and Professional Standards/Criminal Investigations Division Commander. Chief Bean Burpee holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and two Master’s degrees; one in Criminal Justice and one in Public Administration. From September 2009 through June 2014 he was a Criminal Justice adjunct professor at the York County Community College in Wells, Maine. He is also a certified TASER instructor. Chief Bean Burpee was appointed Chief of Police effective June 1, 2014, in Gilford.

Dep. Kelley a life long resident of the Lakes Region started his law enforcement career with the Gilford Police Department in 1999 after graduating from college with a degree in Criminal Justice. He has served in many capacities while working for Gilford PD. and is currently the Deputy Chief of Police. Dep. Kelley is a graduate of the FBI National Academy 259th Session, graduating in March of 2015. Dep. Kelley enjoys spending time with his family and experiencing all that the Lakes Region has to offer. He would like everyone to know that all Gilford PD members work hard every day to keep their community safe, so please remember that we are all here for you and would ask the same in return. \"Making a community a great place to live and raise our families takes us all.\" Personal Message: \"There is nothing impossible to him who will try.\" - Alexander the Great.

Lt. Parent grew up in northern NH and moved to the Lakes Region after having attended college in southern Maine. He began his law enforcement career as a part-time patrol officer with the Loudon (NH) Police Department. One year later, he joined Gilford PD as a full-time patrol officer. After two years of service, Lt. Parent was partnered with K9 Agbar and remained the agency's sole K9 handler for eight years until K9 Agbar was retired. In his spare time, Lt. Parent spends his time hunting and fishing. Personal Message: You can accomplish anything through perseverance and hard work.

Sgt. O’Connor joined Gilford PD in 2002 and is currently assigned to the Patrol Bureau. He has been a resident of Gilford since 1980, and graduated in 1997 from Plymouth State College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management Finance. Having had many family members involved in the law enforcement field, Sgt. O\'Connor is proud to carry on the family tradition. While not at work, he spending time with his wife Diana, and three daughters, Kaelan, Brenna, and Layne. Sgt. O’Connor is an avid skier, mountain biker, and also enjoys weightlifting. Personal Message: Life is a learning experience. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Learn from them to become a better person.

Sgt. Bredbury began his law enforcement career in 1989 as a part-time police officer with the Sanbornton (NH) Police Department. Later that year, he started working for Gilford PD as a full-time Communications Specialist. He was eventually promoted to a full-time patrol officer position. Sgt. Bredbury is currently the agency\'s Prosecutor. When not working, he enjoys spending time with his two children. Personal Message: Believe in yourself. Don\'t be afraid to follow the road less traveled.

Sgt. Jacques began his career in law enforcement with Gilford PD in 2001 and later graduated from the 127th NH Police Academy. In 2008 he was assigned to the Bureau of Criminal Investigations, and in 2013 promoted to the rank of Detective Sergeant. Sgt. Jacques oversees all felony level investigations within the agency; is responsible for the processing, handling, and storage of all physical evidence; and works closely with outside criminal justice agencies to include the Belknap County Attorney, NH State Police Narcotics & Investigations Unit, NH Attorney General’s Drug Task Force, and other local departments. He is also a Technical Accident Reconstructionist and a member of the Belknap Regional Accident Investigation Team. Born and raised in the Lakes Region, Sgt. Jacques attended Bishop Brady in Concord (NH), graduating in 1994. He is married and has two daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys a wide variety of music, movies, hunting, fishing, or being outdoors in any capacity he can. Personal Message: \"He looked me right in the eyes, direct and concise, to remind me to always do what\'s right.\" - Scott Stapp (from the band Creed).

Sergeant VanSteensburg is originally from the Somerville, MA, area, which is where he was born and raised. Beginning at age five, he began spending summers in the Lakes Region. As a result of having fallen in love with the area, he moved to NH, permanently, in 1998. Following his lifelong dream of one day becoming a police officer, he joined Gilford PD in 2009. Sergeant VanSteensburg is an active Honor Guard member and oversees the department\'s Police Explorers Post. He loves serving the Gilford community and look forward to meeting citizens and visitors.

PFC Wall has been employed by Gilford PD since 2000; however, currently has over 20 years of law enforcement experience as he had been previously employed by the Brookline (NH) Police Department, the NH State Prison, and the Hillsborough County (NH) Sheriff’s Department. PFC Wall also proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He is an agency Field Training Officer, a member of the department\'s Honor Guard, and a firearms and TASER instructor. PFC Wall is currently assigned to the Patrol Bureau. During his time off from work, he enjoys working out, target shooting, and spending time with his son and friends.

Officer Baron began his law enforcement career in 2005 by first working with the State of NH Department of Corrections and then the Belmont (NH) Police Department. In 2010, he joined Gilford PD. Officer Baron is a certified Motor Patrolman (for motorcycle units), Driving Instructor, and Motorcycle Instructor. Officer Baron was instrumental in establishing Gilford PD\'s motor unit in 2012 by adding a Police Harley Davidson to vehicle fleet. While not working, Officer Baron enjoys the Lakes Region area and loves spending time with his wife and children.

Officer Mailloux began his law enforcement career as a summer Special Officer with the Nantucket (MA) Police Department. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Plymouth State University. Officer Mailloux became a full-time patrol officer with Gilford PD in 2012. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, staying physically fit, and engaging in many outdoor activities.

Officer Raxter joined Gilford PD in 2014. She grew up in Meredith, NH, where she graduated from Inter-Lakes High School. Officer Raxter attended the University of New Hampshire and earned a dual degree in Psychology and Justice Studies in 2014. She is very passionate about community service and loves serving the Gilford community. In her free time she enjoys hanging out with her family and friends, as well as going hiking on local trails with her two dogs.

Officer Smith joined Gilford PD in 2015. He grew up in the Tilton-Northfield area so enjoys living in the Lakes Region and experiencing all it has to offer. He is a Stonehill College graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology. In his free time he enjoys fishing, weightlifting, and spending time with family and friends.

Officer Salmon began his law enforcement career in 2006 after being hired by the Tilton (NH) Police Department. He earned an Associate's degree from the University of New Hampshire in 2004. Officer Salmon joined Gilford PD in 2015. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, working out, and exploring the region's lakes and mountains. Personal Message: "If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, and become more, you are a leader.” - John Quincy Adams

Officer Rouse grew up in Deerfield, NH, attending Winnacunnet High School in Hampton. He started a career in the electrical field a few years after high school while also attending Manchester Community College and majoring in Electrical Technology. Officer Rouse had always admired those in law enforcement who dedicated their lives to the service of others. He has one older brother who is working as a police officer. After going on a ride-along with him, Officer Rouse decided that he, too, wanted to be a part of something greater. He started his career in law enforcement with the Gilford Police Department in Feb. 2017. Officer Rouse enjoys spending time with his family, working with his hands, going to the gym, community service, traveling, and target shooting. He also enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and swimming. Personal message: Anything is possible with hard work and dedication. Stay focused and always be the best version of yourself.

Detective Kessler began his career in law enforcement in 1990 as a Police Explorer for the Moultonborough Police Department. Growing up in the Lakes Region and after graduating from Moultonborough Academy he attended Plymouth State University where he graduated with both an Associates and Bachelor\'s degree. Detective Kessler served with both the Sandwich Police Department and Plymouth State University Police before being hired full-time in 1996 as a New Hampshire State Forest Ranger. In 2006 he joined the Moultonborough Police Department where he served as a master patrol officer, K-9 handler, Detective and SWAT operator for both the Central New Hampshire Special Operations Unit and Belknap County Special Operations Unit. Detective Kessler joined the Gilford Police Department in 2017. He is honored and proud to continue his service as a Police Officer for the citizens of the community of Gilford.Personal message: \"If you can dream it you can do it, believe in yourself.\"

Officer Arsenault joined the Police Department in 2017. Having grown up in Berlin, NH, he attended and graduated from Berlin High School before then completing a post-graduate year at Phillips Exeter Academy in Exeter, NH. Officer Arsenault later attended Plymouth State University and earned a Bachelor’s degree. In his free time, he enjoys coaching, fishing, and playing basketball.

Officer McNeil grew up in the Lakes Region. After graduating from high school, he went on to join the Marine Corps where he served four years as an Infantryman before ending his active service, and moving home. Officer McNeil joined the Gilford Police Deptartment in March 2018 as a full-time police officer. He enjoys spending time with his family, and watching the Patriots.

Officer deSousa has over 20 year of part-time law enforcement experience having once worked for the Laconia (NH) Police Department and now working for Gilford PD. At one time, Officer deSousa was a full-time patrol officer at Gilford PD after having been employed as a Senior Director at Fidelity Investments in Merrimack, NH, where he was responsible for the 401k and 403b service centers. He has also served as Assistant Vice President of Broker Dealer Operations at Lincoln Financial Network in Concord, NH. Officer deSousa is a graduate of Plymouth State University and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Management with a Business Administration minor. He is also a graduate of the New Hampshire Technical Institute and holds an Associate\'s degree in Criminal Justice. While currently back at Fidelity Investments full-time, he still maintains his part-time status with Gilford PD. He served three years in the U.S. Army. Officer deSousa gives back to the community by volunteering as a Gilford Police Relief Association member, Umpire and Chief of the Tilton-Northfield Little League, referee for the Laconia Recreational Soccer League, and being a member of the Winnisquam Regional School District Budget Committee. He enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and friends anytime of year.

Officer Batstone began his law enforcement career in 2006 working for the New Hampshire Marine Patrol while attending college. He graduated from Plymouth State University with a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice, and went to work full time for the Laconia Police Department. He was there until the end of 2014 when he then joined the Belknap County Sheriffs Department where he is currently assigned to the Criminal Division as a Detective. Officer Batstone is a certified Field Training Officer, Motorcycle Officer, and Taser instructor. Officer Batstone enjoys spending time with his family and staying physically active in his free time.

Communications Specialist Craver began working for Gilford PD in 1984. In 1986, she became certified as a part-time patrol officer, retiring from that position after over 30 years in 2017. When not working, she loves spending time with her family, downhill skiing, swimming, gardening and touring the nooks and crannies of NH by motorcycle. Personal Message: Change starts with one person. Dare to be strong and believe in yourself.

Communications Specialist Doris grew up in West Roxbury, MA, and moved to the Lakes Region in 1996. He comes from a long line of law enforcement family members. His law enforcement career began as a Military Policeman in the Army National Guard. In 1986, he joined the Boston (MA) Police Department as a public safety dispatcher. In 1995 he became a supervisor for New Hampshire's E-9-1-1 system. In 1998 he joined Gilford PD. He holds an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice from NH Technical Institute and a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services from Springfield College. Prior to moving permanently to NH, he studied Culinary Arts at the prestigious Bunker Hill Community College. Comm. Specialist Doris enjoys spending time with his beautiful daughter and son, barbequing and making fabulous pizza, boating, making people laugh, music, sports and "useless" trivia. He is a huge fan of the Bruins, Patriots and Red Sox. Personal Message: "The light at the end of the tunnel might be an oncoming train." - Lou Holtz

Communications Specialist/CTO Crowell joined Gilford PD in 2004. After a brief hiatus from 2006-2009 in which she worked as a Communications Specialist for the Belmont (NH) Police Department, she returned to Gilford. She is currently the Treasurer for the Gilford Police Relief Association and a Certified Training Officer. She is married to her wonderful husband Andrew. Together they have three beautiful children: Courtney, William and Emily. In her spare time, she enjoys being with family and friends, boating, and experiencing all the Lakes Region has to offer. Personal Message: “You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” – A.A. Milne (Christopher Robin in Winnie the Pooh)

Communications Specialist LeClaire began working at Gilford PD in 2013. Together with her two beautiful children, she loves spending her free time with her family and friends and exploring the beautiful State of NH. Personal Message: Don\'t let your past dictate who you are, rather let it be a part of who you become.

Executive Secretary Stevens has been with Gilford PD since 1995 and has filled many roles before landing her current position. When not working, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and four children. Personal Message:Friends come and go but family is forever.

Technical Assistant Kim Horan started her career with the Town of Gilford in 1985 as the Executive Secretary to the Town Administrator.In 1987 Kim became the Administrative Assistant in the Department of Planning and Land Use Office where she worked for seven Years then transferred to the Gilford Police Department in 1974 where she has served in the same position.Kim is married to Ed and has two children, Justin and Adam. When Kim is not working she enjoys spending time with her friends andFamily.Personal Message:If we all did the things we are capable of, we would astound ourselves.~ Thomas Edison

PT Communications Specialist Marsh started with the Laconia Police Department in 1988 as a dispatcher and currently holds the position of Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police for that agency. She started with the Gilford Police Department in a part time capacity in 2018. When not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, children and friends. CS Marsh is a Gilford resident and enjoys being part of a team that works hard to keep the Gilford community safe.