A pedestrian was killed Thursday afternoon on Interstate 93 northbound in Manchester, New Hampshire, according to State Police.
Authorities received reports just after noon that a woman was outside a stopped vehicle in the right breakdown lane on I-93, just north of the I-293 split. While troopers were responding to the scene, it was reported that the woman had been struck by a commercial vehicle. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have withheld her name pending notification of next of kin and the ongoing investigation.
State Police confirmed that the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. Preliminary reports indicate that there is no evidence of criminal conduct by the driver.
During the investigation, all northbound lanes of I-93 near Exit 6 were closed, with traffic diverted to I-293 to allow emergency personnel and law enforcement to secure the area. Troop B was assisted by additional officers from the State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction (C.A.R.) Unit and Troop G, as well as members of the Manchester Fire Department and the New Hampshire Department of Transportation.
Authorities emphasized the importance of safety when outside vehicles on highways and reminded the public that help is available for those struggling with mental health challenges. Individuals can contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 for free and confidential support for themselves, friends, or loved ones.
Anyone with information that could assist the ongoing investigation is urged to contact Trooper Alex Peplinski at Alex.M.Peplinski@dos.nh.gov.
The Manchester community mourns the loss of the pedestrian while law enforcement continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. Officials have pledged a thorough review to ensure that all relevant details are documented and shared as appropriate.