In the quiet town of Thornton, New Hampshire, the morning of June 8, 2026, was shattered by a 911 call that led police to a grim discovery on Mad River Road. At approximately 8:20 A.M., officers from the Thornton and Campton Police Departments arrived at a residence to find 21-year-old Leah Anderson suffering from a gunshot wound to her head. She was a student at Plymouth State University, where she was majoring in Elementary Education and Youth Development.
Emergency services transported Leah to a nearby hospital, but tragically, she succumbed to her injuries and passed away. Those who knew her described her as a kind and caring young woman who had a natural ability to brighten the days of those around her.
The investigation into Leah's death swiftly led to an arrest. Later that same day, law enforcement took her younger brother, 18-year-old Logan Anderson, into custody. He was subsequently charged with one count of second-degree murder for knowingly causing his sister's death by shooting her. The news of the arrest sent shockwaves through the community, as friends and neighbors struggled to comprehend the family tragedy that had unfolded. An autopsy was scheduled to determine the exact cause and manner of death.
Following his arrest, Logan Anderson was scheduled for an arraignment at the 2nd Circuit District Court in Plymouth. He chose to waive his arraignment, and a plea of not guilty was entered on his behalf. As a result of the waiver, Logan Anderson was ordered to be held without bail pending further legal proceedings. A probable cause hearing was scheduled for June 17, to determine if there is sufficient evidence to move the case forward. As the legal process begins, the community is left to mourn the loss of a promising young life and grapple with the disturbing circumstances of her death. The case against Logan Anderson is in its early stages, and the allegations against him are accusations until proven guilty in a court of law.
