State officials in New Hampshire have identified the man killed in a police-involved incident in Manchester over the weekend as 24-year-old Nickenley Turenne, a resident of the city. His death has raised pressing questions within the community, while investigators continue to examine what led to the deadly encounter. The New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office confirmed the identity on Sunday, noting that the case remains an active and ongoing investigation.
Authorities say the situation began around 4:45 p.m. Saturday, when officers were dispatched to South Mammoth Road after reports of a suspicious vehicle. When police arrived, they found a man later identified as Turenne unresponsive in the driver’s seat, with a woman asleep beside him. Officers attempted to speak with him, but according to officials, the moment Turenne awoke, he suddenly sped off, prompting police to pursue the vehicle. What had started as a welfare check quickly escalated into a chase through the area.
During the pursuit, Turenne’s vehicle eventually crashed, though investigators have not yet released specific details about how the collision occurred or whether any factors such as speed or road conditions played a role. After the crash, Turenne exited the vehicle and attempted to run, leading officers on a foot chase into a nearby area off South Mammoth Road. It was during this pursuit that a confrontation unfolded—one that ended with three officers firing their weapons. Exactly what happened in those moments remains under review as investigators work to determine what prompted the use of deadly force.
After shots were fired, officers and emergency responders attempted life-saving measures before Turenne was transported to a local hospital. Despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly afterward. The woman found in the vehicle earlier in the day has not been identified publicly, and authorities have not indicated that she suffered any injuries. Her role in the incident, if any, remains unclear as investigators continue gathering information from all involved.
An autopsy conducted by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner revealed that Turenne died from gunshot wounds, and his death was classified as homicide, a standard medical term indicating death caused by another person. Officials noted that this classification does not imply criminal wrongdoing by officers. A legal assessment of the use of force will be made after a full and independent review of all available evidence, including body camera footage, officer statements, and witness accounts.
As is standard practice in police shootings, the names of the officers involved are being withheld until required interviews and internal procedures are completed. The Attorney General’s Office emphasized that this process helps ensure that each officer’s statements are collected without influence and that the sequence of events is clearly documented. Meanwhile, Manchester residents, community advocates, and local leaders await answers, hoping the investigation will bring clarity and transparency to a situation that has left many seeking justice and understanding.
