Man Killed After Fleeing Police, Entering I-93 in New Hampshire

The driver led police on a high-speed chase before crashing and running onto the interstate, where he was struck by a vehicle.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:09pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car windshield, the glass reflecting a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the violent conclusion of a police pursuit.The aftermath of a high-speed police chase ends in tragedy on a New Hampshire interstate.Manchester Today

A man was killed after fleeing police in Manchester, New Hampshire and entering Interstate 93, where he was struck by a vehicle. The incident began when state police attempted to pull over the man for speeding, but he led them on a high-speed chase that ended in a crash. As officers approached the vehicle, the man ran from the scene, climbed an embankment, and entered the northbound lanes of the interstate, where he was struck and killed.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of high-speed police chases and the risks that can arise when individuals flee law enforcement. It also raises questions about police pursuit policies and the need for greater coordination between law enforcement agencies to ensure public safety.

The details

According to the New Hampshire State Police, the incident began around 11:45 p.m. on Wednesday when troopers attempted to pull over a 2026 Toyota Camry for speeding on I-93 North in Manchester. The driver did not stop and instead led police on a high-speed chase that ended as the vehicle exited the interstate at Exit 6. The same vehicle was later seen on the Hanover Street Connector, where it crashed. As troopers approached the vehicle, the driver ran from the scene, climbed an embankment, and entered the northbound lanes of I-93, where he was struck by a Hyundai Elantra driven by Jakob Cadorette of Epsom. The driver of the Camry was pronounced dead at the scene.

  • The incident began around 11:45 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.
  • The driver was struck and killed on Interstate 93 in Manchester, New Hampshire.

The players

New Hampshire State Police

The law enforcement agency that attempted to pull over the driver and pursued him after he fled.

Jakob Cadorette

The driver of the Hyundai Elantra that struck and killed the man who had fled police.

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What they’re saying

“The driver of the Hyundai Elantra that struck him was identified as Jakob Cadorette, of Epsom. Police say he pulled over immediately and called 911 and is 'fully cooperating with the investigation.'”

— New Hampshire State Police

What’s next

The New Hampshire State Police are continuing their investigation into the incident and are asking anyone with information to contact Trooper Eric Torrens.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for law enforcement agencies to carefully balance the pursuit of suspects with the safety of the public, and the importance of de-escalation tactics to avoid dangerous high-speed chases that can lead to loss of life.