Bedford Man Accused Of Fatally Injuring Elderly Pedestrian

MANCHESTER, NH - Manchester police responded to the intersection of Union Street and Valley Street for a report of an accident involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian Thursday.

Upon arrival, Manchester Police learned that a vehicle had turned easterly onto Valley Street from Union Street and struck a 67-year-old female from Manchester, NH who had been attempting to cross Valley Street at about 8:15 p.m.

The 67-year old female sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to the Elliot Hospital where she later succumbed to those injuries. The driver of the motor vehicle was identified as a 22-year-old male from Bedford, NH.

As officers were investigating the crash, a large group of people formed. Some were acting belligerently, yelling profanities, and interfering with the investigation.

New Hampshire State Police arrived to give Manchester Officers assistance with crowd control.

Police say "Despite Officer’s numerous lawful orders and efforts to deescalate the situation, several members of the crowd continued their conduct and as a direct result, several people were arrested."

Police say several people were arrested including Ahmed Abukar, 25 for Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest, and Breach of Bail. Jeremy Torres, 40 for Disorderly Conduct, Criminal Mischief and Resisting Arrest. A 16-year-old and a 14-year-old were also arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest according to Manchester police.

The cause and totality of the crash are still under investigation by the Manchester Police Department Traffic Unit. The scene has been cleared and the roads are open for normal traffic patterns.

Video of conflict with the crowd and police included in this article from Manchester Ink Link

If you have any information regarding this crash, please call the Manchester Police Department Traffic Unit at 603-668-8711.