Joshua McComish, 21, of Newburry, Injured in Bradford Snowmobile Accident With Truck While Crossing Route 114
BRADFORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE (February 28, 2026) – A 21-year-old man identified as Joshua McComish was injured in a Bradford truck accident while riding a snowmobile near Route 114.
Merrimack County officials are saying that the accident took place around 6:30 PM on Tuesday. Joshua McComish was operating a snowmobile and was hit by a pickup truck driver that did not see him enter the roadway.
New Hampshire State Police and paramedics were called to the accident scene to assist the victim. Joshua McComish was transported to Concord Hospital to receive treatment for serious injuries.
Photographs of the accident showed that both vehicles sustained major damage. New Hampshire Fish and Game has said there have been a number of snowmobile crashes in February following extensive snowfall across the state.
Liability for Bradford Truck Accidents
Every driver in New Hampshire must use caution to avoid colliding with other vehicles in the roadway. They must maintain their vehicle at a safe speed and scan the road ahead of them for potential hazards. Pursuant to NH Rev Stat § 265:60, “No person shall drive a vehicle on a way at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions and having regard to the actual and potential hazards then existing.” Drivers should be particularly cautious and slow down in the following situations.
- Reduced Visibility: Drivers should slow down in the early morning and late evening when visibility is reduced.
- Inclement Weather: Drivers should slow down during periods of inclement weather. Poor weather conditions can dramatically increase the time it takes for a vehicle to come to a safe stop.
- Heavy Traffic: Drivers should slow down and keep a safe following distance during periods of heavy traffic.
- Hills: Drivers should slow down when they are traveling down any hill.
If a truck driver fails to slow down to avoid colliding with a snowmobile or another vehicle, it could constitute negligence. Liability for a truck accident could extend beyond a single driver deemed at fault. Trucks are relatively common for commercial use. When a truck or other vehicle is being used for a commercial purpose, the employer that owns or operates that truck could be vicariously liable for the negligent actions of the person driving it.
Steps to Take After Bradford Truck Accidents
Any person injured in a New Hampshire accident should take certain steps in order to recovery fully:
- Victims should seek a thorough medical evaluation as early as possible.
- Any police report related to the incident should be collected and preserved.
- The nature and purpose of a truck driver’s trip should be understood.
- Victims should seek the guidance of a team familiar with accident reconstruction and negligence claims.
Being injured in a New Hampshire car accident can be overwhelming. It is relatively common for people to be left with high medical bills. A serious injury can also dramatically impact a person’s ability to work. To make matters worse, insurance providers will virtually never accept responsibility if one of their drivers causes a serious collision. Any person injured by another driver’s negligence can seek accountability and transparency through a personal injury claim.
Investigating New Hampshire Car Accidents
Motor vehicle collisions remain a leading cause of preventable injury and death across New Hampshire and the United States. According to the New Hampshire Department of Transportation, “Approximately 45% of motor vehicle crash deaths in 2022 occurred in urban areas, while 55% occurred in rural areas. Intersections, especially those lacking traffic control devices, are common sites for crashes.”
We at DiBella Law extend our best wishes to Joshua McComish as he continues to recover. Any person with more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong. It is our sincere hope that steps will be taken to make the stretch of road safer. The number of snowmobile crashes in recent weeks across New Hampshire remains deeply concerning.
Have you or someone you care about been injured in a New Hampshire snowmobile crash? You may be entitled to financial compensation. Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys is here to support you. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial assistance that they need to move forward with their lives. Whether you just have legal questions or need any other type of assistance, we are here to serve your needs. You can reach out to us anytime at (617) 870-0907.