KEENE, NH – Two people sustained serious injuries in a motor vehicle crash on Route 101 in the area of Optical Avenue in Keene Monday afternoon.

According to a news release, Keene Police responded to the scene shortly before 3:30 where they discovered a head-on type collision.

Preliminary investigations determined that Trent Boehlmer, 51, was driving a 2020 Toyota Tundra west on Route 101 when he crossed the center line and collided with a 2019 Honda CRV heading east, driven by Hannah Kokoski, 38.

Both drivers were extricated from their vehicles by the Keene Fire Department and had sustained significant injuries in the crash. They were treated on scene then transported to Cheshire Medical Center, before being airlifted for advanced care.

Speed and alcohol do not appear to be factors in the crash at this point. The crash remains under investigation, anyone who witnessed the crash or has any further information should contact Detective Lippincott of the Keene Police Department at 603-357-9820.