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Joshua Nye Resigns Amid Probe Over Illegal Restraints

5/22/2026

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Joshua Nye resigned as director of Sununu Youth Services Center after legislators demanded his removal.
Lawmakers recommended replacing the director and expanding oversight of the state child-advocate office.
A legislative committee began a March probe after a child-advocate report of illegal restraints and a lockdown.
Health and Human Services will strengthen safety, and director Marie Noonan said the alleged broken-bone was inaccurate and reported three staff injuries from youth assaults.

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Joshua Nye resigned as director of Sununu Youth Services Center after legislators demanded his removal.
Lawmakers recommended replacing the director and expanding oversight of the state child-advocate office.
A legislative committee began a March probe after a child-advocate report of illegal restraints and a lockdown.
Health and Human Services will strengthen safety, and director Marie Noonan said the alleged broken-bone was inaccurate and reported three staff injuries from youth assaults.