Police Searching for Truck Driver Who Injured Juvenile Skateboarder on Blueberry Lane
LACONIA, NEW HAMPSHIRE (March 25, 2026) – A juvenile skateboarder was injured in a Laconia truck accident along Blueberry Lane and North Main Street.
Belknap County officials say the accident occurred around 7:20 PM on March 14. A 14-year-old skateboarder was traveling down Blueberry Lane when he was hit by a pickup truck.
Paramedics and police were called to the accident scene to assist the victim. By the time authorities arrived at the scene, the truck driver was nowhere to be found.
Investigators are looking into why the truck driver left the scene. The truck was described as black and potentially a Ford F150.
Witnesses are encouraged to reach the Laconia Police Department.
Liability for New Hampshire Truck Accidents
Drivers in New Hampshire must use caution to avoid colliding with any pedestrian in the roadway. According to NH Rev Stat § 265:37, “every driver of a vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian or any person propelling a human-powered vehicle and shall give an audible signal when necessary and shall exercise proper precaution upon observing any child or any obviously confused, incapacitated or intoxicated person.” Drivers should take several actions to avoid colliding with any pedestrians.
- Distance: Drivers should maintain a safe distance when passing any pedestrian on the side of the road.
- Scanning: Drivers should continuously scan the road ahead of them for pedestrians and other hazards.
- Speed: Drivers must reduce their speed as necessary to avoid colliding with any pedestrian.
- Maintenance: Drivers should periodically inspect and maintain their vehicles to ensure they are in proper working condition.
If a truck driver fails to slow down to avoid colliding with any pedestrian in the roadway, this could serve as evidence of negligence. When a driver leaves the scene of an injury collision, they could face criminal as well as civil liability for the accident. Drivers must remain at the scene of an injury collision and contact authorities. Depending on the specific facts of any case, liability for a collision may extend beyond any one driver determined to be at fault. This is particularly true if a truck is being used for commercial purposes.
Common Injuries Associated With New Hampshire Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are more likely to be seriously injured or killed in the event of a collision. According to the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine, “The most common pedestrian injuries were to the lower extremities, with the head in second place. These were followed by upper extremity injuries.” Several other types of injuries are relatively common in pedestrian accidents.
- The force of an impact can cause multiple bone fractures. These are particularly common in a person’s wrists.
- Not all of the injuries associated with pedestrian accidents will be immediately obvious. Many victims sustained traumatic injuries to their internal organs.
- It is relatively common for victims of pedestrian accidents to suffer dislocations and other injuries to soft cartilage.
Even if a person is able to heal physically after an accident, many accident victims will suffer long-term psychological injuries. These can manifest through post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression. Any person injured in a pedestrian accident may be able to pursue some measure of accountability through a civil claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
Investigating New Hampshire Pedestrian Accidents
We at DiBella Law extend our best wishes to the child injured in this Laconia truck accident and his family. It is our sincere hope that he is able to make a full recovery. The driver responsible for this crash should do the right thing and come forward. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the authorities.
Have you or someone you care about been injured in a Laconia pedestrian accident? You may be entitled to financial compensation. Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys is here to support you. We are committed to helping victims get the justice and support they are entitled to under the law. Whether you just have legal questions or need any other type of assistance, we are here to support you. You can contact us anytime at (617) 870-0907.