Deadly I-295 Crash Occurs in Hamilton Township
New Jersey State Police attended to a fatal motor vehicle crash on June 25, 2023, as confirmed by Tpr. II Charles Marchan of the New Jersey State Police, Public Information Unit to Midjersey.news. The incident occurred at 11:52 p.m. and took place on Interstate 295 north at milepost 63.1, within Hamilton Township, Mercer County.
According to a preliminary investigation, an unidentified driver was driving a Mercedes-Benz sedan north on I-295 in the area of milepost 63.1 when the vehicle went off the road, overturned, and collided with a sign support. The driver suffered fatal injuries as a result of the crash, and their identity is being held back until family members have been notified. Further information is not available as the investigation is ongoing.
Upon arrival, the Hamilton Township Fire Department extricated the driver. Emergency medical services (EMS) also attended the site, although there were no reported injuries besides the driver’s. Further information will be released as the investigation progresses.
As identified in the image provided, the vehicle caught fire during the incident, and the blaze was brought under control by the decent efforts of the emergency responders. The picture captured still shows the damaged vehicle along with the nearby sign support caused due to the impact.
Fatal motor vehicle crashes are always a point of concern and painful to be reported. As per the latest available statistics in New Jersey, the state recorded 566 fatalities due to motor vehicle crashes in 2020. The State Police urges everyone who uses the road to observe safe driving practices such as wearing seat belts, avoiding distractions, and obeying posted speed limits. Accidents can be avoided with due caution, and every driver has a vital role to play in the safety of all motorists.
In conclusion, the New Jersey State Police urge everyone to stay vigilant and maintain safe driving practices. Anyone with information about the crash site can contact the State Police Hamilton Station at (609) 584-5000, extension 5289. The investigation is still underway.
