DUMMER, NH : Two injured in side-by-side crash on Deer Mountain Trail on Saturday, 10th September 2016

Two men were injured on Deer Mountain Trail in Dummer when they lost control of their side-by-side.Scott Ford, 51, of Manchester, and his son, Craig Ford, were on the trail around 8 p.m. on Saturday night.

Ford lost control of the vehicle while navigating a downhill turn and rolled the side-by-side, ejecting himself and his son, officials said.

Ford's injuries prevented him from leaving the scene, so his son went for help.

Errol Ambulance, the Berlin Fire Department, conservation officers and a forest ranger responded to the scene.

Ford was transported to Dartmouth Hitchock Medical Center by helicopter for treatment, while his son was taken to Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital.

The crash is under investigation, but officials believe that unreasonable speed, operating after legal hours in the dark and operating under the influence of alcohol were contributing factors.

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Two injured in side-by-side crash on Deer Mountain Trail