Dirt Bike Crash in Tuftonboro Sends Barrington Man to Hospital; Officials Cite Safety Gear

November 10, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media

TUFTONBORO, N.H. — New Hampshire Fish and Game reports that a 20-year-old Barrington man was injured in a dirt bike crash in Tuftonboro on Saturday afternoon.

According to the agency, at approximately 2:15 p.m. on November 8, 2025, officers were notified of a dirt bike accident with injury. The rider, identified as Matthew Burch, 20, of Barrington, was operating on a private track when the incident occurred. Investigators said that before going off a jump, the throttle became stuck open, prompting Burch to bail off the bike midair.

Officials stated that Burch landed on his feet and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. He was transported by ambulance to Huggins Hospital for assessment and treatment.

Fish and Game emphasized that proper protective equipment played a role in limiting the severity of injuries in this incident. The department reiterated its guidance for operators to always wear appropriate safety gear and to maintain and check equipment prior to riding.

No additional details were released about the track, the motorcycle, or the specific equipment worn. Information about any further medical updates was not provided. The agency did not report other involved riders or vehicles.

This report reflects the information provided by New Hampshire Fish and Game regarding the time, location, circumstances, and initial response. Officials noted the incident occurred on private property and highlighted their general safety reminders for off-highway riding. Any future updates will be based on additional information released by authorities.

Residents and riders are encouraged to follow the department’s guidance: wear protective equipment appropriate to the activity and conduct regular pre-ride checks to ensure machines are functioning as intended. Fish and Game’s reminder in this case focuses on those two elements as part of routine precautions.

No further information is available at this time.

Credit: New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.