Traffic & Transit
Middleton Man Killed In ATV Rollover Crash: New Hampshire Fish And Game
Edward Roberge of Middleton died after an ATV rolled over, trapping him under the handlebars on Sunday.
MIDDLETON, NH — A man was killed in an ATV accident in Middleton on John Jones Road Sunday.
New Hampshire Fish and Game was notified by state police dispatch there was a report of an individual pinned under an ATV in Middleton.
Conservation officers and Milton Police located Edward Roberge, 54, of Middleton about 9 p.m. pinned under the handlebars of his ATV.
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According to conservation officers, Roberge had succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on the scene after suffering injuries from the handlebar during the crash. Roberge had been riding on John Jones Road, a Class VI road in Middleton when something caused him to swerve and roll his ATV.
NH Fish and Game, Middleton fire, Milton police, and New Hampshire State Police were among the agencies to assist with this tragic event.
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Operator error and lack of protective equipment appear to be contributing factors.
New Hampshire Fish and Game reminded riders to always ride within their limits and wear the proper protective equipment.
