Driver faces negligent homicide charge after victim dies from injuries sustained in multi-car crash

Aftermath of 5-car crash at Maple and Silver Street in November of 2024. Photo/Jeffrey Hastings

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MANCHESTER, NH – A 19-year-old Manchester man has been arrested in connection with a fatal crash that occurred in the area of Maple and Silver Streets late last year

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Najean Mars was charged with Negligent Homicide, Second Degree Assault, and  Reckless Conduct. 

These charges stem from an investigation into a November 22, 2024, traffic accident involving five vehicles. Melvin Pfeifer, 53, of Manchester, who was operating a 2019 Chevrolet Traverse, suffered life threatening injuries in the crash and was taken to an area hospital. He later  succumbed to his injuries.

A 50-year-old male passenger in Pfeifer’s vehiclesuffered minor injuries.  

Mars’ bail was set at $5,000. This crash investigation is still active and ongoing.



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