Dover, NH – Drivers traveling through the Seacoast region are experiencing delays today after a serious collision involving a vehicle and a person inside a work zone on the Spaulding Turnpike in Dover.
According to New Hampshire State Police, troopers are actively investigating a crash that occurred within a marked work zone on the Spaulding Turnpike. The incident involved a vehicle and a pedestrian, and traffic has been impacted in the immediate area as authorities work the scene.
The collision was reported this morning, and lanes in the vicinity may be slowed or temporarily restricted as investigators assess what led up to the crash. Police have not yet released information on the condition of the person involved or whether the individual was a construction worker.
The Spaulding Turnpike is a major north–south route through Strafford County, frequently used by commuters traveling between Dover, Rochester, and the Portsmouth area. Drivers are urged to use caution, reduce speed, and be alert for emergency personnel and road crews while passing through the area.
State police say additional details will be released as the investigation continues. No estimates have been provided on when traffic conditions are expected to fully return to normal.
Motorists traveling through Dover and surrounding communities may want to consider alternate routes or allow extra time during their commute.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information is encouraged to contact New Hampshire State Police.
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