Manchester Man Accused Of Sex Assault Of Four Children Under 13

MANCHESTER, NH — Manchester police, with the assistance of Londonderry Police, arrested Ryan Gatchell, 44, of Manchester on Friday.

Gatchell was charged with multiple felony counts of aggravated felonious sexual assault.

Manchester police were notified of allegations at the beginning of February. Through investigation, they identified four victims, all reporting to have been sexually assaulted by Gatchell while they were under the age of 13. He faces three felony counts of aggravated sexual assault-pattern, one count of aggravated sexual assault, and indecent exposure and lewdness.

Manchester police ask that anyone that may have information contact Manchester Detective Dunleavy at 603-792-5561.

Gatchell is being held on Preventative Detention until he appears in Hillsborough County Superior Court at a future date.