Salem, NH (May 30, 2026) – A 54-year-old man lost his life on Thursday night after a motorcycle collided with a pickup truck on Haverhill Road in Salem.
Police said the crash happened when Steven White of Derry was riding on Haverhill Road, and his motorcycle struck a pickup truck that was turning left into a driveway. The collision occurred on May 29.
Emergency units and witnesses attempted lifesaving efforts at the roadway, but White was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials said he was wearing a helmet at the time of the wreck. The pickup truck driver was identified as a 17-year-old boy from Salem.
Authorities continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the fatal motorcycle crash. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Steven White.
Why Left-Turn Motorcycle Crashes Often Turn Deadly
Collisions involving a motorcycle and a turning vehicle are among the most dangerous roadway incidents. These crashes often happen when a driver turns across oncoming traffic and misjudges the speed or distance of an approaching rider.
Motorcycles are smaller and harder to see than passenger vehicles, especially on curved or rural roads like Haverhill Road. Limited sight distance, driveway entrances, and varying speeds can increase the risk of a driver making a turning error.
Even when helmets are worn, riders have little physical protection during a direct impact with a larger vehicle. Safety experts often encourage drivers to double-check for motorcycles before turning and for riders to reduce speed and stay highly visible in areas with frequent driveways and bends in the road.
