Alton, NH (September 8, 2026) – A male motorcyclist around 60 years old was injured near Mount Major Highway and Route 11B at about 12:34 p.m. on Sunday, September 6.
Emergency units treated the rider for a leg injury. A tourniquet had been applied to help control bleeding. The crash remains under investigation.
We hope the injured motorcyclist makes a full recovery.
Why Can Serious Leg Injuries Occur in Motorcycle Collisions?
A motorcycle offers little structure around a rider’s legs. During a collision, the lower body can make direct contact with another vehicle, the motorcycle itself, pavement, or roadside objects.
Heavy bleeding from a leg injury may require immediate pressure or a tourniquet when other methods cannot control it. Rapid bleeding can become dangerous because significant blood loss may occur in a short period.
The severity of lower-body trauma can depend on speed, contact angle, protective gear, and how the rider falls or slides afterward. Bones, muscles, and blood vessels may all be affected. Prompt medical assessment helps determine the extent of the injury and whether additional treatment is needed.
