The Derry community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 54-year-old Steven White, who was killed Thursday night in a tragic motorcycle crash on Haverhill Road in nearby Salem.
According to police, White was riding his motorcycle when it collided with a pickup truck that was turning left into a driveway. Authorities confirmed the driver of the truck was a 17-year-old boy from Salem.
Emergency responders and witnesses attempted life-saving measures at the scene. Despite their efforts, Steven White was pronounced deceased at the crash site. Police confirmed he was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision.
News of the tragedy has left family members, friends, and members of the Derry community in deep mourning as they struggle to process the sudden and unexpected loss. Loved ones are remembering White as a valued member of the community whose passing has left a deep void.
Local residents described the crash as devastating, while officials noted ongoing concerns about speeding along Haverhill Road, a stretch of roadway that police continue to monitor closely.
“It’s a road that we’ve always kept an eye on,” said Lt. Robert Kirkey of the Salem Police Department.
The crash remains under active investigation as authorities work to determine all contributing factors.
As Derry grieves this painful loss, thoughts and condolences remain with the family and loved ones of Steven White during this difficult time.
