MANCHESTER, Manchester County, NH, Sept. 18, 2026 — A rollover crash trapped a driver inside a vehicle Wednesday night, September 16, on Jewett St south of Hayward St in Manchester, according to authorities.
Manchester fire crews and police were called to the scene around 9 p.m., authorities said. A vehicle had rolled over, and the driver was reportedly trapped inside as a result.
Firefighters extricated the patient from the wreckage, according to authorities. The person's condition has not been released. It is not known how many other vehicles or people, if any, were involved.
The circumstances that led to the rollover remain under investigation. Authorities have not said what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway or roll over, and no further details have been made public.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Where Rollover Crashes With Entrapment Happen Most?
Rollovers cluster on roads where speeds run higher and the margin for correcting a mistake is thin, think two-lane streets with narrow shoulders, sharp curves, or uneven pavement edges. A tire that drops off the pavement onto soft ground or a curb can dig in and trip the vehicle sideways, especially at higher speeds.
Entrapment becomes more likely when a roof or door frame deforms enough that the doors no longer open freely, or when the vehicle lands on its side or roof and gravity pins an occupant against the interior. Narrower city streets with parked cars, poles, and curbs add obstacles that a rolling vehicle can strike, which can worsen the damage compared to a rollover in open space.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 6,138,359 police-reported traffic crashes occurred in 2023. Rollovers make up a small share of that total, but they carry a higher chance of a vehicle needing extrication equipment once it comes to rest on its side or roof.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes a vehicle to roll over?
Rollovers start with a loss of control, oversteering, an overcorrection, or a tire catching an edge or soft shoulder, which can cause the vehicle to trip and flip rather than slide.
Why does speed matter so much in a rollover?
Higher speed gives a vehicle more energy to shed when it tips or strikes something, which increases both the chance of a full rollover and the severity of the impact once it stops moving.
How do road and weather conditions play a role?
Wet, icy, or uneven pavement reduces tire grip, making a vehicle more likely to slide, catch an edge, and roll. Poor lighting or unfamiliar roads at night can add to the risk.
What to Do After a Rollover Crash in Manchester, NH
If you're involved in a rollover, stay as still as possible until you can assess whether you're hurt, and avoid moving anyone with suspected neck or back injuries unless there's immediate danger like fire. Call 911 right away so police and fire crews can respond with the tools needed for extrication if doors or windows won't open.
Even if you feel fine, get checked by a medical provider. Rollover crashes can cause injuries, like internal bleeding or concussions, that aren't obvious right away. Once everyone is safe, request a copy of the police report for your records and follow up with your insurance company to start the claims process.
