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Serious Crash Shuts Route 287 In Morris County Serious Crash Shuts Route 287 In Morris County
Serious Crash Shuts Route 287 In Morris County A serious crash closed a stretch of Route 287 in Morris County on Thursday night, Oct. 31. The NJDOT site says the crash happened in the northbound lanes, north of Exit 39 in Hanover.  As of 8:40 p.m., two right lanes were closed and emergency vehicles were at the scene.
Unlicensed Driver, 25, Wanted In Deadly Fourth Of July Crash On Route 287: Prosecutor Unlicensed Driver, 25, Wanted In Deadly Fourth Of July Crash On Route 287: Prosecutor
Unlicensed Driver, 25, Wanted In Deadly Fourth Of July Crash On Route 287: Prosecutor A 25-year-old New York woman has been named "Fugitive of the Month" in one New Jersey county. Angely Betancourt has been charged with reckless death by auto and causing death while driving unlicensed in the July 4, 2022 crash that left one person dead on Route 287 southbound access ramp to Route 78 west in Bedminster, the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office said. The crash, which happened just before 12:25 p.m., was investigated by New Jersey State Police. The department did not immediately return Daily Voice's request for comment.
Dad Convicted In Route 287 Road Rage Shooting With Youngsters In Car: Prosecutor Dad Convicted In Route 287 Road Rage Shooting With Youngsters In Car: Prosecutor
Dad Convicted In Route 287 Road Rage Shooting With Youngsters In Car: Prosecutor A 41-year-old Middlesex County dad has been convicted of multiple charges in a road rage shooting on a Route 287 exit ramp in May 2023, authorities said. While driving in heavy traffic on Easton Avenue in Franklin Township by the Route 287 exit ramp, Gerald Chapman pulled alongside the victim's car and struck the passenger side mirror with his left hand, the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office said. Chapman then drove behind and around to the driver's side of the vehicle, pulled out a handgun and fired two shots at the car, striking the driver's window and the rear driver's side door while …
Tractor Trailer Overturns On Route 287: NJSP Tractor Trailer Overturns On Route 287: NJSP
Tractor Trailer Overturns On Route 287: Njsp A tractor trailer overturned on Route 287 in Morris County on the evening of Sunday, Aug. 18, authorities said. At 11:23 p.m., a truck was driving on Route 287 north in Boonton when it lost directional control, collided with a guardrail and overturned, Charles Marchan, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said.  No injuries were reported, Marchan said. The crash remains under investigation, Marchan said.
Volunteer Ambulance Squad Member Killed In Route 287 Wreck Volunteer Ambulance Squad Member Killed In Route 287 Wreck
Volunteer Ambulance Squad Member Killed In Route 287 Wreck A longtime first responder from Bergen County was killed last week in an off-duty crash on Route 287, police said. John Papendick, 58, who served 11 years on the Waldwick Volunteer Ambulance Corps, died in the Wednesday, Aug. 14 crash along Route 287 in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said. Papendick was heading south in a Dodge Charger when he veered off the road to the right, striking the guardrail around 9:25 a.m., Lebron said. He reentered the roadway across all lanes and struck the concrete traffic barrier. While Papendick's injuries were con…
Cement Truck Overturns On Route 287: NJSP Cement Truck Overturns On Route 287: NJSP
Cement Truck Overturns On Route 287: Njsp A cement truck overturned following a crash on Route 287 in Morris County on the early morning of Wednesday, Aug. 14, authorities said. At 2:07 a.m., a cement truck collided with a passenger vehicle on Route 287 north in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Jeffrey Lebron, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said. Following the crash, the cement truck overturned, Lebron said. No injuries were reported and the crash remains under investigation, Lebron said.
Overturned Truck On Route 287 Causes Delays: NJDOT Overturned Truck On Route 287 Causes Delays: NJDOT
Overturned Truck On Route 287 Causes Delays: Njdot A truck has overturned on Route 287 in Morris County on Wednesday, Aug. 14, the New Jersey Department of Transportation said. The truck overturned at 7:38 a.m. on Route 287 in Morris Township south of Exit 34, the NJDOT said. Two left lanes are closed, causing a 35 to 40 minute delay, the NJDOT said.
Motorcyclist, 28, Killed In Route 287 Crash Motorcyclist, 28, Killed In Route 287 Crash
Motorcyclist, 28, Killed In Route 287 Crash A 28-year-old motorcyclist from Whitehouse Station was killed in a crash on Route 287 in Bridgewater on Thursday, June 27, authorities said. At 7:36 p.m., a Yamaha motorcycle driven by Mazen Alnaser was traveling north on Route 287 when it exited the roadway to the left and struck a guardrail, ejecting him, Charles Marchan, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said.  Alnaser's motorcycle then continued north and struck the back of a Madza, Marchan said. Alnaser was pronounced dead at the scene, Marchan said. The crash remains under investigation, Marchan said.
Staten Island Motorcyclist, 27, Killed In Route 287 Crash Staten Island Motorcyclist, 27, Killed In Route 287 Crash
Staten Island Motorcyclist, 27, Killed In Route 287 Crash A 27-year-old motorcyclist from Staten Island died in a weekend crash on Route 287 in Somerset County, authorities said. Durmish Golesh was heading north on a Kawasaki when he rear-ended a Hyundai, overturned, and struck the back of an Infiniti around 11:25 a.m. on Saturday, June 15 in Far Hills, New Jersey State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said. Golesh was thrown from the bike and died, Lebron said. No other injuries were reported and the crash remains under investigation.
Milania Giudice Not At Fault For Crash That Damaged Mercedes Benz Off Route 287, Police Say Milania Giudice Not At Fault For Crash That Damaged Mercedes Benz Off Route 287, Police Say
Milania Giudice Not At Fault For Crash That Damaged Mercedes Benz Off Route 287, Police Say Milania Giudice, the 18-year-old daughter of "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Teresa Giudice was involved in a two-car crash in Morris County on Friday, May 17, authorities said. At 7:18 a.m. on Myrtle Avenue in the Town of Boonton, Giudice, a Montville resident, was traveling north when her 2018 Mercedes collided with a Ford Fusion driven by a 71-year-old Fair Lawn resident, according to a police report obtained by Daily Voice. The Ford Fusion was facing west and turning left from the Route 287 offramp onto Myrtle Avenue, police said.  Giudice said they collided after the Ford Fu…
Fiery Crash Hospitalizes Driver On Route 287 Fiery Crash Hospitalizes Driver On Route 287
Fiery Crash Hospitalizes Driver On Route 287 An early-morning crash on Route 287 sent one person to the hospital, police said A Toyota and Subaru collided on the northbound side of the highway around 4 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, causing the Toyota to erupt in flames near milepost 26 in Bernards Township, New Jersey State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said. Both drivers suffered minor injuries and the driver of the Toyota was taken to an area hospital for further medical evaluation. The crash remains under investigation and there was no additional information available as of press time.
Troubled Passenger Dies After Jumping From Moving Car On Route 287: NJSP Troubled Passenger Dies After Jumping From Moving Car On Route 287: NJSP
Troubled Passenger Dies After Jumping From Moving Car On Route 287: Njsp An emotionally troubled man died after jumping from a moving SUV on Route 287 over the weekend, New Jersey State Police said. The Ford was headed north when the 31-year-old rear-seat passenger from Connecticut opened the door and jumped out in the area of milepost 58.4 in Oakland around 9 p.m. Saturday, April 13, NJSP Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said. The victim sustained a severe head injury and had stopped breathing, responders said. Oakland Police Sgt. Michael Griffin and Officers Karley Greulich and Hank Anderson conducted CPR before the man was taken to St. Joseph's University Medical Center …
Teen Driver Seriously Injured When Car Slams Into Tree On Route 287: NJSP Teen Driver Seriously Injured When Car Slams Into Tree On Route 287: NJSP
Teen Driver Seriously Injured When Car Slams Into Tree On Route 287: Njsp An 18-year-old from Rhode Island was seriously injured after his car crashed into tree while driving on Route 287 in Morris County on Monday, March 11, authorities said. At 2:45 p.m., the 18-year-old was traveling southbound in a Ford on Route 287 in Harding Township when he lost directional control, veered off the roadway right and crashed into a tree, Troy McNair, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police, said.  The driver was taken to an area hospital with serious injuries, McNair said. The crash remains under investigation, McNair said. 
Jackknifed Tractor Trailer Snarls Traffic On Route 287 In Morris County Jackknifed Tractor Trailer Snarls Traffic On Route 287 In Morris County
Jackknifed Tractor Trailer Snarls Traffic On Route 287 In Morris County A truck has jackknifed on Route 287 in Morris County on Tuesday, Jan. 16, the New Jersey Department of Transportation said. The incident occurred north of Exit 34 in Morris Township, the DOT said. All lanes were closed as of 11 a.m., the DOT said. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Girl, 17, Seriously Hurt In Route 287 Crash: Police (UPDATE) Girl, 17, Seriously Hurt In Route 287 Crash: Police (UPDATE)
Girl, 17, Seriously Hurt In Route 287 Crash: Police (Update) A 17-year-old girl suffered serious injuries in a crash on Route 287 that closed both sides of the highway in Somerset County Friday, Jan. 12, police said. The girl was heading south in a Ford Ranger pickup truck in the exit lane for Exit 10, while a Toyota passenger car was heading south in the right lane around 1:15 p.m., New Jersey State Police Sgt. Charles Marchan said. The Ford entered the right lane and struck the Toyota. As a result of the crash, both vehicles veered off the road to the left and impacted a guardrail.  The Ford continued and overturned. The 17-year-old girl from…
Dump Truck Overturns On Route 287 Dump Truck Overturns On Route 287
I-287 Dump Truck Crash An overturned dump truck shut a portion of Route 287 in Morris County Thursday, Jan. 4, the state's DOT site shows. The Peterbilt dump truck was heading north when the driver lost control, ran off the roadway to the right, reentered the lane of travel and then overturned around 10:45 a.m. near milepost 40.8 in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey State Police Trooper Troy McNair said. No injuries were reported. Two of the five lanes were closed as of 11 a.m. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Driver Dies After Medical Episode On Route 287: State Police Driver Dies After Medical Episode On Route 287: State Police
Driver Dies After Medical Episode On Route 287: State Police A 53-year-old Bernardsville man died after suffering a medical episode on Route 287 in Morrison County on Tuesday, Jan. 2, New Jersey State Police said. At 5:10 p.m., troopers responded to the southbound side at milepost in 38 in Hanover Township and found the driver of a Chevy pickup, who has not been identified, having the medical emergency, Trooper Troy McNair said.  He was transported to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead, McNair said.
Fiery Crash Jams Traffic On Route 287 In Pequannock Fiery Crash Jams Traffic On Route 287 In Pequannock
Fiery Crash Jams Traffic On Route 287 In Pequannock A fiery crash backed up traffic on Route 287 in Pequannock on Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 13. The crash occurred on the southbound side south of exit 52 to NJ 23 around 2:30 p.m., according to 511NJ: Crash and Vehicle fire on I-287 southbound South of Exit 52 - NJ 23 (Pequannock Twp) 2 Right lanes of 3 lanes closed 20 minute delay https://t.co/Uy6Kv2yLJ4 — 511NJ I287 (@511nji287) December 13, 2023 All lanes were temporarily closed, though one right lane had reopened as of 2:45 p.m. Crash on I-287 southbound South of Exit 52 - NJ 23 (Pequannock Twp) All lanes closed 15-20 minute dela…
Fugitive Wanted For Trying To Kill Twin In MD Captured Near NJ/NY Border After 50-Mile Pursuit Fugitive Wanted For Trying To Kill Twin In MD Captured Near NJ/NY Border After 50-Mile Pursuit
Fugitive Wanted For Trying To Kill Twin In MD Captured Near NJ/NY Border After 50-Mile Pursuit A fugitive wanted for the attempted murder of his twin sister in Maryland was captured just short of the New York State line in New Jersey following a nearly hour-long pursuit, authorities confirmed on Monday, Dec. 4. Reese E. Wetzel, 23, of Ellicott City, MD stabbed his sister multiple times during an argument, then stole her car and headed north, police in Edison, NJ, said. Edison police said they received a Sirius XM alert involving the stolen white 2019 Subaru Outback at 8:13 p.m. Sunday. It pointed them toward Route 1 at Main Street, they said. Edison Officer Phil Smith spotted the s…
SEE ANYTHING? Bulldog Dumped Alongside Route 287 SEE ANYTHING? Bulldog Dumped Alongside Route 287
SEE Anything? Bulldog Dumped Alongside Route 287 A bulldog was found dumped in a crate on Route 287, say authorities who've asked the public for help finding whoever was responsible. A good Samaritan pulled over after spotting the black and white unneutered American Bully in the crate on the northbound highway near the Skyline Drive exit in Oakland this past Sunday, Nov. 5. The container sells for over $300, dog lovers have noted. "Heartless people out there," one said. "Poor baby." The North Jersey Community Animal Shelter is caring for the dog and says he isn't up for adoption. Shelter officials asked that anyone driving in that area…
Crash Closes Route 287 In Morristown Crash Closes Route 287 In Morristown
Crash Closes Route 287 In Morristown A crash closed a portion of Route 287 in Morristown Saturday, Nov. 4. It happened in the southbound lanes just south of Exit 35 around 5:05 p.m. One lane was closed and traffic cameras show moderate delays.
Rutgers-Ohio State Weekend Football Game Likely To Cause Delays On NJ Highways Rutgers-Ohio State Weekend Football Game Likely To Cause Delays On NJ Highways
Rutgers-Ohio State Weekend Football Game Likely To Cause Delays On NJ Highways There will be a sea of red tying up traffic in New Jersey on Saturday, Nov. 4, as thongs of college football fans are expected to flock to SHI Stadium as Rutgers squares off against top-ranked Ohio State.  The New Jersey Department of Transportation, in turn, is advising of possible delays before and after the highly-anticipated game in Piscataway, which kicks off at noon. Specifically, the DOT said that there could be heavy traffic on stretches of the New Jersey Turnpike, and on Route 1, Route 18, and Route 287 amid excitement to see the Buckeyes — who were ranked number one in the initia…
Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County
Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County A crash closed a portion of Route 287 in Morris County shortly before rush hour on Friday, Oct. 27. The crash occurred on the northbound side north of exit 36 to CR 510/Morris Avenue in Morris Township around 3:25 p.m., according to 511NJ: Crash on I-287 northbound North of exit 36 - CR 510/Morris Ave (Morris Twp) 2 lanes of 5 lanes closed https://t.co/N8VrOXGNFC — 511NJ I287 (@511nji287) October 27, 2023 Crash on I-287 northbound North of exit 36 - CR 510/Morris Ave (Morris Twp) 3 lanes of 5 lanes closed https://t.co/1NSEsJhnqd — 511NJ I287 (@511nji287) October 27, 2023 Three of f…
Retired State Trooper Suffered Medical Episode Before Route 287 Crash: Family, Police Retired State Trooper Suffered Medical Episode Before Route 287 Crash: Family, Police
Retired State Trooper Suffered Medical Episode Before Route 287 Crash: Family, Police The driver who died in a crash on Route 287 in Morris County this week has been identified as retired New Jersey State Trooper Kevin Hanrahan.  Hanrahan, 61, was heading north near milepost 31.4 in Harding Township around 9:05 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, when he ran off the road to the left and struck a metal guardrail, New Jersey State Police Trooper Charles Marchan said. Hanrahan was rushed to a hospital, where he later died, Marchan said. Hanrahan's son, Kevin, said he had suffered a medical episode. The lifelong Hawthorne resident had been living part-time in Florida, but start…
Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County
Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County A crash shut down a portion of Route 287 in Morris County Friday afternoon, Sept. 15. The crash occurred on the northbound side south of exit 39 to NJ 10 in Hanover Township around 1:25 p.m., 511NJ said: Crash on I-287 northbound South of Exit 39 - NJ 10 (Hanover Twp) 1 Left lane of 6 lanes closed https://t.co/v2dlNiXKMt — 511NJ I287 (@511nji287) September 15, 2023 One left lane was shut down as emergency crews responded. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County
Crash Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County A crash shut down a portion of Route 287 in Morris County Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 12. The crash occurred on the southbound side south of exit 39 to Route 10 in Hanover Township around 1:15 p.m., according to 511NJ: Crash on I-287 southbound South of Exit 39 - NJ 10 (Hanover Twp) 2 Left lanes of 5 lanes closed https://t.co/YKTrFeCe40 — 511NJ I287 (@511nji287) September 12, 2023 Two of five left lanes were closed as emergency crews responded. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Crash With Injuries Closes Portion Of Rt. 287, Slows Traffic In Hanover Crash With Injuries Closes Portion Of Rt. 287, Slows Traffic In Hanover
Crash With Injuries Closes Portion Of Rt. 287, Slows Traffic In Hanover A crash with injuries closed a portion of Route 287 in Hanover and slowed traffic just before rush-hour on Friday, Sept. 1. The crash occurred on the northbound side north of exit 37 to NJ 24 in Hanover Township around 3:10 p.m., according to 511NJ. Crash with Injuries on I-287 northbound North of Exit 37 - NJ 24 (Hanover Twp) 1 Right lane of 4 lanes closed 10-15 minute delay https://t.co/BFDlyjRJn0 — 511NJ I287 (@511nji287) September 1, 2023 One of four right lanes was shut down, causing delays of around 15 minutes. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
CAUGHT: Fugitive Gang Member Wanted For Attempted Murder Nabbed By Mahwah PD CAUGHT: Fugitive Gang Member Wanted For Attempted Murder Nabbed By Mahwah PD
Caught: Fugitive Gang Member Wanted For Attempted Murder Nabbed By Mahwah PD A fugitive member of the Crips who was wanted for attempted murder in New York City was nabbed by Mahwah police on Route 17, authorities said. Hakeem “Flow Cash” Jamison, 28, was a passenger in a 2005 Mercedes E500 driven by a Vermont woman who committed several motor vehicle violations before Officer John Lange stopped her on the northbound highway near the Route 287 flyover, Capt. Guido Bussinelli said. Sgt. Richard Albro quickly joined his colleague during the 10:15 a.m. stop on Monday, Aug. 28, the captain said. After getting conflicting stories from the driver, 44-year-old Jill Steel…
SERIOUSLY? Yet Another Tractor-Trailer Crash Jams Morning Rush Near NJ/NY Border SERIOUSLY? Yet Another Tractor-Trailer Crash Jams Morning Rush Near NJ/NY Border
Seriously? Yet Another Tractor-Trailer Crash Jams Morning Rush Near NJ/NY Border Another tractor-trailer jack-knifed, landing on its side, on a notorious stretch of road near the New Jersey-New York border in northwest Bergen County before dawn Tuesday. Northbound Route 17 was temporarily closed near the Route 287 flyover in Mahwah just south of Rockland County near Mountainside Avenue after the 4:09 a.m. crash on Aug. 29, Police Chief Timothy O'Hara said. "The driver told the officers that he was traveling northbound in the right lane when he felt the load shift in the trailer because of what he described as 'angled pavement' in a temporary lane due to construction in …
Man Thrown From Motorcycle, Airlifted In Crash That Closed Rt. 287 Exit For Hours (UPDATE) Man Thrown From Motorcycle, Airlifted In Crash That Closed Rt. 287 Exit For Hours (UPDATE)
Man Thrown From Motorcycle, Airlifted In Crash That Closed Rt. 287 Exit For Hours (Update) A 44-year-old Passaic County man was airlifted to a nearby hospital after being thrown from his motorcycle in a Route 287 crash that shut down the highway during rush-hour on Wednesday, August 23, state police said. The West Milford man was riding a KTM motorcycle in Riverdale when he entered the painted gore separating the northbound lanes and the exit lane for Exit 52B, striking the concrete and traveling over the curb near milepost 53.2 just before 5 p.m., Det. I Jeffrey Lebron told Daily Voice. The man was thrown from the motorcycle, which overturned. He was airlifted to a nearby hospi…
Crash Investigation Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County Crash Investigation Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County
Crash Investigation Closes Portion Of Route 287 In Morris County UPDATE: A 44-year-old Passaic County man was airlifted to a nearby hospital after being thrown from his motorcycle in a Route 287 crash that shut down the highway during rush-hour on Wednesday, August 23, state police said. ---------------------- A crash investigation closed a portion of Route 287 in Morris County during rush-hour on Wednesday, August 23. The crash occurred on the northbound side near the ramp to exit 52 to NJ 23 in Riverdale around 5 p.m., according to 511NJ. Crash with Injuries on I-287 northbound ramp to Exit 52 - NJ 23 (Riverdale) All lanes closed 10 minute delay …