John Madore, a 33-year-old transient, has been identified as the perpetrator responsible for the tragic events that unfolded at New Hampshire State Hospital, resulting in the loss of security officer Bradley Hass’s life and Madore’s own demise during a confrontation with a state trooper. The incident has raised numerous inquiries regarding Madore’s background, his motives, and his connection to the hospital. However, the full details of the investigation are yet to be disclosed.

Detailed Account of the Shooting Incident

Madore, who had previously been a patient at the hospital in 2016, entered the hospital’s lobby and proceeded to open fire with a 9mm pistol. Tragically, his target was Bradley Hass, a 63-year-old security officer who was unarmed at the time. Promptly responding to the chaos, a state trooper stationed at the facility engaged Madore, ultimately resulting in his own death. The entire incident unfolded within the confines of the hospital’s lobby, sending shockwaves of fear and concern throughout the staff and patients present.

Investigation Progresses

Following the shooting, a U-Haul truck parked in the hospital’s lot drew the attention of the police due to its suspicious nature. Upon examination, authorities discovered several items of concern inside the vehicle, including an AR-style rifle, a tactical vest, and ammunition. The nature of the connection between the truck and Madore remains unclear at this stage. On Saturday, autopsies were conducted on both Madore and Hass to determine the exact causes of their deaths.

Madore’s Background and Motivation

As the investigation unfolds, more information about Madore’s background is gradually emerging. Court records indicate that he was a defendant in an assault case back in 2016, although the charges were eventually dropped. Madore also underwent a competency evaluation, the results of which have been sealed. In the summer of 2019, he briefly worked as a peer support specialist at Riverbend Community Mental Health. The motive behind Madore’s violent act remains undisclosed, with New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella emphasizing the importance of not jumping to conclusions without all the available facts.