A teenager was rushed to hospital after a dirt bike accident Monday evening.

Shirley police said the crash happened at the intersection of Groton Road and Townsend Road around 5:30 p.m.

Investigators say two teenagers were riding their dirt bikes, which were not lit, eastbound on Groton Road when a vehicle traveling northbound on Townsend Road struck one of them while crossing the intersection .

The teenager was taken to hospital by medical helicopter. The teen’s injuries are considered serious, but not life-threatening.

Police say none of the teens’ dirt bikes were properly registered.

It is unknown if the driver of the motor vehicle will face charges.

The road was temporarily closed following the collision.

No further information was immediately available.

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