Motorcycle Collision with Postal Van Leaves Rider Injured in Concord
Concord, NH — A motorcycle crash involving a postal van occurred at the intersection of South State and Concord streets around 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
Emergency responders from the Concord Fire Department and Police Department were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, EMTs called for a trauma alert to Concord Hospital due to the rider’s serious injuries.
Authorities reported that the motorcyclist collided with the rear of a postal van. No skid marks were found on the roadway, suggesting the motorcyclist did not attempt to brake before impact. The postal van sustained damage to its left side, including a blown-out rear tire.
The motorcyclist, who was conscious and alert at the hospital, was transported with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
South State Street was closed for several hours as police conducted an investigation into the incident.
Concord Police have requested public assistance in gathering information about the crash. Anyone with details is encouraged to contact Det. Brendan Ryder of the Criminal Investigations Division at 603-225-8600. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crimeline at 603-226-3100.