Crash near Ellacoya Park sends 3 to hospital

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GILFORD — A three-car accident closed a portion of Lake Shore Road (Rte. 11) near the scenic lookout just before Ellacoya State Park Saturday afternoon.
Police said the first car, a 1999 Subaru Legacy driven by Sandra Aldrich of Gilford was headed west or toward Laconia when she stopped to make a left turn onto Brookside Crossing.
Michaela Testa, of Gilford, who driving as 2002 Volkswagen Jetta was also headed west and she collided with the rear of Aldrich's car pushing her into the east bound lane where she collided with a 2000 Dodge minivan driven by Richard Fox of Rhode Island, who was headed toward Alton.
Fox and his wife Heather were transported to Lakes Region General Hospital by the Laconia Department for treatment and evaluation. Aldrich was also transported by Alton Fire and Rescue to Lakes Region General Hospital.
Testa appeared unharmed and did not seek treatment.
Police said the crash is still under investigation. No charges are pending at this time.