Justice for Devin Rice

On January 5, 2026, 19-year-old Devin Rice was arrested in Nashua, New Hampshire, after allegedly stabbing his uncle multiple times during a violent domestic dispute. According to court documents and police reports, the incident occurred at a residence on West Hollis Street.Case DetailsThe Incident: Police responded to an emergency services call and found Rice outside the home covered in blood, while his uncle was suffering from six stab wounds to his torso, neck, back, and side. The uncle underwent emergency surgery and survived his injuries.The Defense: Court records indicate that Rice intervened to protect his mother. His uncle, who was reportedly intoxicated, had allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with Rice's mother and was attempting to choke her.The Charges: Despite claims of defense of another, the Nashua Police Department charged Rice with six felony counts of first-degree assault – domestic violence with a deadly weapon.Current StatusRice was initially held on preventive detention but was later released on bail in mid-January 2026. The case has sparked significant community backlash, leading to the creation of a "Justice For Devin Rice" advocacy movement online, with supporters demanding that the Hillsborough County Attorney's Office dismiss the charges on the grounds of family protection and self-defense