Dover, NH (September 11, 2026) – A car and a trash truck were involved in an injury collision on northbound Spaulding Turnpike near mile marker 9.6 at about 12:35 a.m. on Wednesday, September 9.
The initial alert confirmed that someone was hurt but did not identify the patient or describe the injuries. Drivers were advised to avoid the area while emergency units worked along the roadway. Authorities continue reviewing the crash.
We hope the injured person has a speedy recovery.
Large Weight Differences Can Increase Injury Risks in Car-Truck Collisions
A trash truck is substantially heavier and taller than a typical passenger car. When vehicles with large differences in mass make contact, the smaller vehicle may experience greater forces and more deformation around the passenger compartment.
Commercial waste trucks also have different braking and handling characteristics because of their size and load. Their height can create mismatched contact points, meaning a car may be struck above or outside areas designed to absorb energy most effectively.
Travel speed, impact angle, restraint use, and where the vehicles make contact can all influence the severity of injuries. Leaving additional following distance around large trucks and avoiding prolonged travel in their blind spots can give drivers more time to react when traffic changes unexpectedly.
