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29-year-old Corey Allard Killed in Manchester Dirt Bike Crash
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Authorities are investigating a fatal dirt bike crash that claimed the life of a 29-year-old man in Manchester early Thursday morning.
According to the Manchester Police Department, officers were dispatched shortly after midnight to the Rail Trail near 377 South Willow Street following reports of a serious single-vehicle crash.
Upon arrival, first responders located an XB-38 dirt bike and its operator, identified as Corey Allard, suffering from life-threatening injuries.
Emergency personnel provided immediate assistance before transporting Allard to a nearby hospital for further treatment.
Despite lifesaving efforts, Allard later succumbed to his injuries, police confirmed.
Investigators have not yet determined what led to the crash.
Authorities have not released additional details regarding speed, road conditions, or other potential contributing factors.
The incident remains under active investigation.
Officials are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact the Manchester Police Department at 603-668-8711.
Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.
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Train Derails in Ferguson Involving Vehicles, Hazmat Team Called Over Ethyl Alcohol Rail Car
FERGUSON, Mo. — A train derailment involving vehicles prompted an emergency response in Ferguson on Ferguson Avenue, where authorities requested a hazardous materials team after determining that one of the train cars contained ethyl alcohol.
Emergency units were dispatched to 617 Ferguson Avenue after reports of the rail incident. Responders found a train that had derailed with vehicles involved.
Officials confirmed there was no reported entrapment. Crews were checking the scene for injuries and evaluating those involved in the incident.
A Hazmat response was requested because one rail car involved in the derailment was carrying ethyl alcohol. Emergency crews were assessing the rail car for any potential leak or hazardous condition and working to secure the area.
The presence of ethyl alcohol prompted additional safety precautions while responders examined the derailed train and surrounding vehicles.
At this time, authorities have not released details about possible injuries, the cause of the derailment or the extent of damage.
The investigation and emergency response remain ongoing in Ferguson, and officials are expected to provide additional information once the scene has been fully assessed.