Pedestrian struck in Haverhill

Police seek witnesses, dash cam footage of incident on South Main Street

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:48am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged traffic signal light or street sign, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the investigation into a recent pedestrian collision.Dash cam footage could provide crucial evidence in a recent pedestrian collision on Haverhill's South Main Street.Haverhill Today

Police in Haverhill, Massachusetts are investigating a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian that occurred this morning on South Main Street. Authorities are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have recorded dash camera video of the incident, as clips of the footage have been seen and shared on social media.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety is a major concern in many urban areas, and incidents like this highlight the need for increased awareness and precautions from both drivers and pedestrians. Dash cam footage could provide crucial evidence to help determine the cause of the collision and any potential liability.

The details

The collision took place on South Main Street in Haverhill. Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant dash cam footage to contact the Traffic Safety Unit at the Haverhill Police Department.

  • The collision occurred this morning in Haverhill, MA.

The players

Lt. Lynch

An officer with the Haverhill Police Department's Traffic Safety Unit.

Off. Pearl

An officer with the Haverhill Police Department's Traffic Safety Unit.

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What’s next

Police are actively investigating the collision and urge any witnesses or those with dash cam footage to come forward to assist with the inquiry.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of driver vigilance and pedestrian safety measures in urban areas, as well as the value of dash cam technology in providing objective evidence to help determine the causes of traffic collisions.