Manchester, NH (July 2, 2026) – An e-bike rider was seriously injured late on Tuesday night, June 30, after a hit-and-run crash in Manchester.
The Manchester police said officers were called around 11:30 p.m. to the area of Front Street and Hackett Hill Road. When they arrived, they found a Lectric XPeak bike and an injured 26-year-old man.
The rider was brought to a local hospital. Police said his injuries were serious but not considered life-threatening.
Investigators said the vehicle involved was described as a dark-colored SUV. The driver left before officers arrived. The Manchester hit-and-run remains under investigation as the police work to identify the driver and confirm the full sequence.
We hope the injured rider receives the care needed and recovers fully.
Hit-and-Run E-Bike Crashes Bring Added Safety Concerns
E-bike riders have far less protection than people inside cars or SUVs. When a rider is hit, even at lower speeds, the force may cause head trauma, broken bones, road rash, or internal injuries.
Late-night crashes may also create added risks. Darkness, headlights, parked vehicles, and limited visibility near intersections may make it harder for drivers and riders to see each other in time.
Hit-and-run crashes can delay important answers after an injury accident. Detectives usually review debris, bike damage, nearby cameras, vehicle descriptions, road markings, and witness information to determine what happened and locate the vehicle involved.
