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Motor Vehicle Accident

Crash Closes All Lanes Of Route 18 Crash Closes All Lanes Of Route 18
Crash Closes All Lanes Of Route 18 A motor vehicle accident closed all lanes of Route 18 in Monmouth County Tuesday, April 9. The NJDOT said the crash happened in Colts Neck south of Exit 19. All lanes were closed as of 7:20 p.m.
Man Arrested For DUI Suffers Medical Episode, Dies In Bathroom Of NJ State Police Station Man Arrested For DUI Suffers Medical Episode, Dies In Bathroom Of NJ State Police Station
Man Arrested For DUI Suffers Medical Episode, Dies In Bathroom Of NJ State Police Station A driver who'd just been released following his arrest for being under the influence was found dead in a restroom at a New Jersey State Police barracks off Route 295, authorities said. Because the death of the as-yet unidentified defendant followed an encounter with law enforcement, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin's staff is required to review it under state law. According to preliminary findings, the man was arrested by state troopers and brought to the Bellmawr station in Camden County following a motor vehicle accident at an undisclosed location shortly after 11 p.m…
Car Plunges Into North Branch Raritan River (PHOTOS) Car Plunges Into North Branch Raritan River (PHOTOS)
Car Plunges Into North Branch Raritan River (Photos) Emergency crews in Somerset County quickly responded after a car plunged into the North Branch Raritan River Tuesday night, August 1. The Far Hills-Bedminster Fire Department arrived with several water rescue technicians and found the occupants safely out of the vehicle. Members worked alongside the towing company as the vehicle was removed from the water. Somerset County Haz Mat also assisted. Scroll down to view additional photos from the scene. Last night 29 Fire was dispatched for the motor vehicle into the North Branch Raritan River. Engine 29-1, Rescue 29... Posted by Far Hill…
Bicyclist Struck By Car In Toms River: Police Bicyclist Struck By Car In Toms River: Police
Bicyclist Struck By Car In Toms River: Police A bicyclist was struck by a car in Toms River, authorities said. At approximately 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, July 11, police units were dispatched to the intersection of Route 35 S and Fifth Avenue for a reported motor vehicle accident with a bicyclist. The initial investigation revealed the driver was traveling southbound on Route 35 South in the left lane and turning left onto Fifth Ave when she collided with a bicyclist who was riding northbound, on the east shoulder of Route 35 South against traffic, police said. The bicyclist was transported to Jersey Shore Medical Center for treatment. …
'Reckless' Crash Topples Traffic Light In Toms River: Police 'Reckless' Crash Topples Traffic Light In Toms River: Police
'Reckless' Crash Topples Traffic Light In Toms River: Police A 36-year-old Toms River woman lost control of her car and plowed into another stopped car while toppling a traffic signal, authorities said. On Tuesday, May 23, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Toms River police were dispatched to the intersection of Route 37 and Hooper Avenue for a reported motor vehicle accident.  The initial investigation revealed Daniella Ippolitto was traveling westbound on Route 37 "at a high rate of speed" when she lost control of her SUV while changing lanes, police said.  She crashed into a vehicle that was stopped for the red light at t…
Student Struck By Car In Lakewood Student Struck By Car In Lakewood
Student Struck By Car In Lakewood An 18-year-old student was struck by a car after exiting a school bus late Wednesday, March 22 in Lakewood, authorities said. The incident occurred at the intersection of Madison Avenue and Courtney Road, Lakewood police said. The school bus was traveling south on Madison Avenue prior to the driver activating its flashing red lights, police said. After coming to a stop at the northwest corner of Courtney Road, the student exited the bus and began crossing over towards the northbound lane, police said.  As he cleared the bus he was struck by a 2020 Acura operated by a 24-year-old Howe…
UPDATE: Firefighter Charged In Horrific 9W Crash Later Returned To Scene As Responder UPDATE: Firefighter Charged In Horrific 9W Crash Later Returned To Scene As Responder
Update: Firefighter Charged In Horrific 9W Crash Later Returned To Scene As Responder UPDATE: A volunteer firefighter charged in a horrific road-rage crash that nearly killed a fellow group of fellow Bergen County teens earlier this week left the scene and then returned as a responder, authorities said. Luke Stein, 18, who was taken into custody in Colorado on Friday, Oct. 14, became a volunteer firefighter in Alpine and Demarest earlier this year, records show.  He was driving a Jeep Grand Cherokee with blue and white emergency lights on the dashboard when he pursued and then deliberately rear-ended the victims' Honda Pilot on Route 9W just after midnight on Monday, Oct. 1…
Tractor-Trailer Crash With Injuries Reported On Route 1 Central Jersey Tractor-Trailer Crash With Injuries Reported On Route 1 Central Jersey
Tractor-Trailer Crash With Injuries Reported On Route 1 Central Jersey A crash involving a tractor-trailer and other vehicles resulted in multiple injuries, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. The crash occurred at about 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 29 in the 4100. block of Route 1 in South Brunswick, initial reports said. No other details were immediately available. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Motorist Trapped In Central Jersey Crash (DEVELOPING) Motorist Trapped In Central Jersey Crash (DEVELOPING)
Motorist Trapped In Central Jersey Crash (Developing) A motorist was trapped in a Central Jersey crash, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. The crash occurred before 3:30 p.m. on Monday, July 11 at Route 535 and Interchange Plaza in South Brunswick, initial reports said. No details on injuries were immediately available. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Fatal Pedestrian Crash Reported On Route 9 Jersey Shore: Police Fatal Pedestrian Crash Reported On Route 9 Jersey Shore: Police
Fatal Pedestrian Crash Reported On Route 9 Jersey Shore: Police A man walking along Route 9 in Howell was killed after being struck by a vehicle overnight. The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. Thursday, June 2 between Alexander Avenue and Ford Road, Howell police said. A 30-year-old Lakewood resident was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. His name had not been released. The driver of the car was a 53-year-old resident of Deal. The driver was not hurt. No summonses had been issued. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Motorist Trapped In Jersey Shore Rollover Crash (DEVELOPING) Motorist Trapped In Jersey Shore Rollover Crash (DEVELOPING)
Motorist Trapped In Jersey Shore Rollover Crash (Developing) A motorist was trapped in a rollover crash on the Jersey Shore, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. The crash occurred about 3 p.m. on Monday, March 28 at Allenwood Road and Route 138 in Wall Township, initial reports said. There were no immediate details on injuries. This is a developing news story. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Jersey Shore Man Admits Leaving Fatal Crash, Fleeing To Mexico: Prosecutor Jersey Shore Man Admits Leaving Fatal Crash, Fleeing To Mexico: Prosecutor
Jersey Shore Man Admits Leaving Fatal Crash, Fleeing To Mexico: Prosecutor A 27-year-old man from Ocean County has admitted leaving the scene of a fatal crash before fleeing to Mexico, authorities said. Roberto Alcazar-Sanchez, of Jackson, pleaded guilty to knowingly leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident resulting in death on Thursday, Feb. 24, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. On Dec. 24, 2020, at approximately 6:00 p.m., Jackson police responded to I-195 for a motor vehicle crash with serious injuries. An investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Vehicular Homicide Unit and Jackson Township Po…
Edison Woman Killed By Car At Clark Commons Edison Woman Killed By Car At Clark Commons
Edison Woman Killed By Car At Clark Commons Authorities have identified the woman struck and killed by a car at a Union County shopping mall on Saturday, Feb. 12. Maha W. Qalawi, 51, of Edison, was struck around 2:30 p.m. at Clark Commons, and the driver remained on the scene, Assistant Union County Prosecutor Michael Sheets told Daily Voice.  The Clark Police Department is currently investigating a motor vehicle accident involving an adult female who was... Posted by Clark Township Police Department on Saturday, February 12, 2022 No further details were immediately available.
Fatal Crash Reported On Jersey Shore: Police Fatal Crash Reported On Jersey Shore: Police
Fatal Crash Reported On Jersey Shore: Police A motorist was killed in a crash on the Jersey Shore, authorities said. The crash occurred about 6:30 a.m. on Route 18 southbound in Marlboro Township, police said. Route 18 South in the area of Tennent Road and Route 520 was shut down until about 10 a.m., according to Capt. Stephen Levy, a police department spokesman. The vehicle, a 2008 grey Honda Accord,  left the roadway and struck a large tree, Levy said. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the Honda, was pronounced dead at the scene.  Identification of the driver is being withheld pending notification of hi…
Motorist Trapped After Car Flips In Mercer County Motorist Trapped After Car Flips In Mercer County
Motorist Trapped After Car Flips In Mercer County A motorist was reportedly trapped after a vehicle overturned during rush-hour in Mercer County, authorities said. The crash occurred Monday near Second Avenue and Whitehead Road in Hamilton Township, initial reports said.  An unconfirmed report at about 5 p.m. said one of the crash victims was unresponsive and the vehicle was "on its side" and reportedly smoking. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Toddler, Baby Hurt In DUI Mom's South Jersey Crash, Police Say Toddler, Baby Hurt In DUI Mom's South Jersey Crash, Police Say
Toddler, Baby Hurt In DUI Mom's South Jersey Crash, Police Say A 27-year-old woman from South Jersey was driving under the influence of drugs when she drove off the road to avoid a head-on collision last spring, authorities said. Rachel Huff of Little Egg Harbor and two of her daughters were seriously hurt in the crash, according to Hamilton Township police. Huff was charged Thursday with two criminal counts of assault by auto and for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license causing serious bodily injury, police said in a statement. The newest charges were delayed while awaiting toxicology test results, police said, and Huff was released on …
Head-On Jersey Shore Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Seriously Injured Head-On Jersey Shore Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Seriously Injured
Head-On Jersey Shore Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Seriously Injured A 37-year-old motorist from Ocean County was killed in a head-on crash while passing another vehicle, authorities said. The driver who was killed, from New Eqypt, has not been identified pending notification of family, according to Plumsted police. The victim was driving north on Pinehurst Road shortly before 8 p.m. on Wednesday when he tried to pass another vehicle, police said.  His vehicle struck an oncoming vehicle and then reportedly collided with the vehicle he was passing, police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene.  A 77-year-old couple from Manchester, whose…
Lakewood Driver Charged In Hit-Run Crash That Killed Baltimore Man, 20 Lakewood Driver Charged In Hit-Run Crash That Killed Baltimore Man, 20
Lakewood Driver Charged In Hit-Run Crash That Killed Baltimore Man, 20 A 29-year-old suspended Lakewood driver fled the scene of a crash that killed a Baltimore man, alleges an indictment that also accuses two accomplices of lying for him. A grand jury in Toms River charged Mashon Wilson with leaving the scene of a fatal motor vehicle accident and causing a death while driving with a suspended license, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. Two acquaintances --  Shana Lee, 49, and Iyanna Hall, 30 -- were charged with attempting to interfere with the police investigation after telling officers that Lee was driving at the time, Billhimer …
Freehold Man Struck, Killed By Car In Colts Neck Freehold Man Struck, Killed By Car In Colts Neck
Freehold Man Struck, Killed By Car In Colts Neck A Freehold man died after being struck and killed by a car in Colts Neck Tuesday, authorities said. Robert Owenburg, 67, was struck by a vehicle just before 3 p.m. at a Crine Road property, Colts Neck Township Police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene near Hillsdale Road. Initial and unconfirmed reports said someone was trapped under a vehicle at Slope Brook Farm. An investigation is ongoing.