Traffic & Transit

Milford Woman Killed In Amherst Car Crash On Route 101A Thursday

Lisa Deware of Milford was killed when her car left the road, and struck a tree and utility pole; her vehicle burst into flames on impact.

Lisa Deware of Milford was killed when her car left the road striking a tree and utility pole. The vehicle burst into flames on impact.
Lisa Deware of Milford was killed when her car left the road striking a tree and utility pole. The vehicle burst into flames on impact. (Amherst Police)

AMHERST, NH — Amherst police, and fire responded to Route 101A near Veterans Road on Thursday for a report of a single-vehicle accident.

When they arrived at 10:30 p.m., they found a 2018 Nissan Rogue had left the road, crashed into a tree and utility pole, and burst into flames upon impact.

Lisa Deware, 53, of Milford died at the scene, according to Amherst police.

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Police said “vehicle speed appears to be a contributing factor.” The accident remains under investigation.

Witnesses and other persons with information regarding the accident are encouraged to call the Amherst Police Department at 603-673-4900

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