Two Killed in Truck Crash into Rahway River in West Orange
Two people inside a truck were killed Tuesday when it crashed into the East Branch of the Rahway River in West Orange. The driver may have suffered a medical episode.
New Jersey Accidents
Accidents that occured in New Jersey or impacted New Jersey residents.
Fatal Accident in Paterson, New Jersey
Police are investigating a deadly accident in Paterson, NJ involving a van and a motor scooter. A pedestrian was pinned under the van and pronounced dead, while the driver of the motor scooter was rushed to a hospital with injuries.
Fatal Car Accident in Bogota, New Jersey Involving Nadine Menendez
Nadine Menendez, the then-future wife of Senator Robert Menendez, was involved in a fatal car accident in Bogota, New Jersey in December 2018. Richard Koop was killed in the accident. Nadine Menendez was not charged and was deemed not at fault in the crash.
New Jersey Man Charged with Terrorism After Crashing Car into Police Station
A New Jersey man has been charged with terrorism after deliberately crashing his car into a police station. The suspect, John C. Hargreaves, first crashed his gold Toyota SUV into a private residence before driving to the police station and crashing through the building. He was apprehended by officers while celebrating to a Guns N' Roses song.
Lakewood Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash in Howell
A two-vehicle crash in Howell has tragically resulted in the death of a Lakewood man. The accident occurred at the intersection of Route 9 and Aldrich Road early Sunday morning. The crash is currently under investigation.
Truck Driver in Critical Condition After Head-On Collision in Woodbridge
A truck driver in Woodbridge is in critical condition after a head-on collision with another dump truck. The incident occurred on Friday morning near Port Reading Avenue and Lee Street. Both drivers were transported to a local hospital.
Linden man, Renan Perez, dies in dump truck crash in Sayreville
A 59-year-old Linden man died in a dump truck crash in Sayreville. The crash occurred when a dump truck struck the man's pickup truck while he was turning into a gas station. The dump truck then crashed into the gas station, causing significant damage.
Two Cars Collide in Hillsdale, New Jersey
A Nissan and Volkswagon collided in the northbound lanes just before 8 p.m. near mile post 168.1 in Hillsdale, New Jersey. Both drivers were taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Two People Rescued, One Missing After Boat Capsizes in Manasquan Inlet
Two people were rescued and a third is missing after a boat capsized in the Manasquan Inlet at the Jersey Shore. The vessel overturned in the waters that separate Manasquan and Point Pleasant Beach. Waves were 8-to-10 feet high and were expected to worsen due to Hurricane Lee.
Truck Crashes into Dentist's Office in Cherry Hill, Office Manager Saved by Desk
A truck crashed into Lakeview Dental Care in Cherry Hill, causing closures and delays. The office manager was thrown to the ground but saved by her desk. The driver of the truck suffered burns and was taken to the hospital.