Mercer County, NJ (August 2, 2025) — A chain-reaction crash claimed one life and injured others Thursday morning on the New Jersey Turnpike in East Windsor Township, Mercer County.
Incident Details: The collision occurred just after 10:30 a.m. at milepost 68.2 in the southbound lanes. According to state police, a semi-truck struck a Ford F-150 pickup from behind before hitting a Mercedes. The pickup then slammed into the back of another tractor-trailer, while a wheel from the pickup detached and hit a van. The Ford caught fire, killing its driver, whose identity has not yet been released. The drivers of the van and the Mercedes sustained minor injuries.
Investigation and Legal Considerations: Authorities are working to determine the cause of this crash. Factors such as speed, distracted driving, and proper following distance will be key areas of investigation, particularly given the involvement of commercial vehicles.
Pending the outcome of the investigation, the victims and their families could file wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits. These claims would seek compensation for various damages, including funeral and medical costs, lost income, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and loss of companionship.
I extend my condolences to the family of the deceased and wish a full recovery to those injured.
Source: 6ABC