LACONIA, N.H. — A late-night motorcycle collision in Laconia has left three people dead and another critically injured, bringing grief to families and communities in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
The crash happened shortly before 11 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 2026, on Route 3 in the Weirs Beach area, near The Looney Bin Bar & Grill and Funspot. Police said two motorcycles carrying a total of four people were involved.
The people who died were identified as Cameron Mosher, 28, of Dennis, Massachusetts; Miles Collette, 32, of Gilford, New Hampshire; and Jeanine Fereshetian, 33, of Laconia, New Hampshire. All three were pronounced dead at the scene. A fourth person, an unidentified woman, was flown to Concord Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Laconia police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
What Happened in the Laconia Motorcycle Crash?
Emergency crews were called to Route 3 shortly before 11 p.m. after reports of a serious motorcycle crash.
According to Laconia Police Chief Matthew Canfield, officers arrived to find two heavily damaged motorcycles and a significant debris field across the roadway. Investigators said the motorcycles appeared to have been traveling in opposite directions before colliding.
One of the motorcycles reportedly caught fire following the collision.
Police said each motorcycle appeared to have been carrying an operator and a passenger, meaning four people were involved in the crash.
Three victims died at the scene despite emergency efforts. The fourth person was transported by medical helicopter to Concord Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Cameron Mosher Remembered in Dennis
Among those killed was Cameron Mosher, 28, of Dennis, Massachusetts.
Mosher was a six-year employee of the Dennis Department of Public Works, according to the Town of Dennis. His death has prompted mourning among municipal employees and the wider Dennis community.
The town said grief counselors and a chaplain would be available to help DPW employees cope with the loss.
Mosher also had ties to the Dennis Fire Department, having previously served as a call firefighter. His father, Robert “Bert” Mosher, is a longtime member of the department.
His death therefore represents a loss extending beyond his immediate family, affecting colleagues and members of the public-safety community who knew him.
Miles Collette of Gilford Dies at 32
Miles Collette, 32, of Gilford, New Hampshire, was also killed in the collision.
Police identified Collette as one of the motorcycle operators who died at the scene. The preliminary investigation indicates that one motorcycle was traveling in one direction and the other was traveling in the opposite direction before the collision.
For Collette’s family and friends, the sudden loss has brought an unexpected period of grief.
As investigators continue reconstructing the crash, those who knew Collette will remember him for his life and relationships rather than solely for the circumstances surrounding his death.
Jeanine Fereshetian Dies in Laconia Crash
Jeanine Fereshetian, 33, of Laconia, was the third person killed in the motorcycle collision.
Authorities identified Fereshetian as a passenger on one of the motorcycles. She was pronounced dead at the scene along with Mosher and Collette.
Her death has brought additional grief to the Laconia community, where she lived.
Friends, relatives, and others who knew Fereshetian are now left to remember the experiences and relationships that shaped her life.
Fourth Victim Remains Seriously Injured
A fourth person involved in the crash was transported by medical helicopter to Concord Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Police have not publicly released the woman’s identity.
As of the latest available report, she remained in intensive care, according to officials.
Authorities have not released additional details about her condition or the circumstances of her injuries.
Cause of the Motorcycle Crash Under Investigation
The precise cause of the Laconia motorcycle crash has not been determined.
Police are investigating how the two motorcycles came to collide and whether any contributing factors played a role.
Chief Canfield said investigators were examining whether speed or impairment may have contributed to the collision. Authorities have not established either factor as a cause.
Police have also been seeking additional video and other information from members of the public to help reconstruct what happened.
The investigation remains preliminary, and additional findings could change the understanding of the crash.
Dry Roads and No Confirmed Contributing Factor
According to local reporting, police said the roadway was dry and weather did not initially appear to be a factor.
There were also no early findings establishing that speed or impairment contributed to the collision. Investigators will continue reviewing available evidence before reaching conclusions about what caused the motorcycles to collide.
For that reason, claims about the cause of the crash should be treated cautiously until investigators release confirmed findings.
The Looney Bin Was Not Involved in the Crash
Because the collision occurred directly in front of The Looney Bin Bar & Grill, the business quickly became associated with reports of the tragedy.
Police Chief Canfield emphasized that the Looney Bin had no involvement in causing the crash. The restaurant’s employees and customers were reportedly among the first people to respond and assist following the collision.
The business later remained closed as staff and customers dealt with the emotional impact of witnessing the aftermath.
The crash occurred during Biketemberfest weekend in Weirs Beach, but police said there was no indication of a direct connection between the motorcycle event and the collision.
Community Mourns Three Lives Lost
The deaths of Cameron Mosher, Miles Collette, and Jeanine Fereshetian have affected multiple communities.
Mosher’s death has deeply affected Dennis, Massachusetts, where he worked for the town’s Department of Public Works and had connections to the fire department.
Collette’s death has brought grief to Gilford, while Fereshetian’s death has affected her hometown of Laconia.
Three families are now facing the difficult process of mourning loved ones whose lives ended suddenly on a New Hampshire roadway.
Their families and friends will remember them through the relationships, experiences, and memories they created long before the crash.
Investigation Continues
Laconia police and the Belknap Regional Accident Investigation Team are continuing to examine the collision.
Investigators have spoken with witnesses and are seeking additional video footage that could help establish the sequence of events.
The roadway was closed for several hours while investigators processed the scene and gathered evidence.
Anyone with relevant information or video from the area may be able to assist investigators.
Until the investigation is completed, the exact circumstances leading to the collision remain unknown.
Funeral and Memorial Arrangements
Funeral and memorial arrangements for Miles Collette and Jeanine Fereshetian had not been publicly detailed in the latest reports reviewed.
The Town of Dennis said additional information concerning arrangements for Cameron Mosher would be released as it became available.
Families may announce services separately as arrangements are finalized.
What We Know About the Laconia Motorcycle Crash
The latest confirmed information includes:
- Cameron Mosher: 28, Dennis, Massachusetts
- Miles Collette: 32, Gilford, New Hampshire
- Jeanine Fereshetian: 33, Laconia, New Hampshire
- Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Time: Shortly before 11 p.m.
- Location: Route 3, Laconia/Weirs Beach area
- Vehicles: Two motorcycles
- Fatalities: Three
- Fourth victim: Woman with life-threatening injuries
- Hospital: Concord Hospital
- Preliminary crash description: Apparent head-on motorcycle collision
- Cause: Under investigation
- Speed or impairment: Not confirmed as contributing factors
- Weather: No early indication that weather contributed
- Investigation: Laconia Police and regional accident investigators
These details remain subject to change as investigators release additional information.
A Final Tribute to the Laconia Crash Victims
The New Hampshire motorcycle crash has left three families mourning and another family hoping for the recovery of a critically injured loved one.
Cameron Mosher, Miles Collette, and Jeanine Fereshetian were each identified by authorities as victims of the September 12 collision in Laconia.
While investigators work to determine exactly how the motorcycles collided, the communities connected to the victims are left to remember their lives beyond the accident.
For Cameron Mosher’s colleagues in Dennis, his loss is also the loss of a public employee who spent six years serving the town. For the families of Miles Collette and Jeanine Fereshetian, the tragedy represents the sudden absence of loved ones whose lives were woven into their own communities.
The investigation will eventually provide more answers about the crash. For now, the focus remains on the victims, their families, and the people who are grieving their loss.
May Cameron Mosher, Miles Collette, and Jeanine Fereshetian rest in peace, and may their families, friends, colleagues, and everyone affected by this tragedy find strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Information in this article is based on preliminary reports from law enforcement and local authorities. The investigation remains ongoing, and details concerning the cause of the crash, the injured victim, and funeral arrangements may change as additional information becomes available.