Merrimack Man Flown To Boston With Serious Injuries In Milford Crash

MILFORD, NH — New Hampshire Fish and Game responded to a report of a person injured in a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) crash near Miles Slip Road in Milford on Saturday.

The UTV had rolled over and the passenger was seriously injured. Upon notification, members of Milford police and fire, and Milford Ambulance, responded.

Conservation Officers say leading up to the crash the UTV was making a U-turn at a slow speed while going over a rock and braking at the same time, this caused the UTV to roll over.

The UTV was operated by Michael Derry of Milford and the injured passenger was identified as Thomas Bemis of Merrimack. Neither rider was wearing a helmet, but both were wearing their seat belts.

The rollover caused serious but non-life-threatening injuries to Bemis. Bemis had a laceration to his head and injuries to his arms and shoulder from the rollover. After the crash, Derry immediately began trying to stop the bleeding from Bemis’ head and called 911. Due to the extent of the injuries, Bemis was transported to St. Joseph’s Hospital in Nashua. He was later flown to Mass General Hospital for further treatment.

Fish and Game reminds people when out recreating on a UTV New Hampshire Fish and Game recommends that drivers and passengers wear all recommended safety equipment and be mindful of all potential hazards and operate within their own limits. NH Fish and Game want to remind everyone to always to wear a helmet.