Eugene Mirman, the voice actor for Gene Belcher on "Bob’s Burgers," was rescued from a fiery car crash in Bedford, New Hampshire, when his 2026 Lucid Gravity collided with a toll plaza and caught fire, according to The Guardian. Mirman sustained serious injuries but was pulled from the wreckage by a security detail linked to Governor Kelly Ayotte, who was on site along with her trooper at the time of the incident, Global News Canada and The Independent report.
The rescue effort involved Governor Ayotte’s security team, including one trooper and two others, who extracted Mirman from the burning vehicle through a window, as detailed by The Independent. Mirman later thanked his rescuers publicly via Instagram, expressing gratitude for their quick action that likely saved his life, per The Guardian.
Mirman, 51, posted updates showing his recovery progress, including an image of a bandaged arm and a bruised eye, stating on social media that he is "doing relatively alright" and "on the mend,” Deadline noted. While serious injuries were confirmed by The Independent, Mirman’s statement to Variety and Hollywood Reporter emphasized that he is thankful and improving steadily.
Authorities remain investigating the cause of the crash, which occurred on Tuesday, according to Deadline. The incident has raised questions about the safety of the Lucid Gravity model and the circumstances leading to the collision at the toll booth.
Officials and Mirman’s representatives urge continued monitoring of his condition while the investigation proceeds. The outcome of this inquiry could have implications for vehicle safety regulations and emergency response protocols, making this case a critical one to watch in the coming weeks.
Eugene Mirman
Bedford Toll Plaza
New Hampshire
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