By Trend News Line 2024-06-29 03:05:22.
Tragic Two-Car Crash Leaves One Driver Critical
On Thursday morning, tragedy struck in Manchester, NJ when a two-car crash occurred at the intersection of State Highway 70 and Manchester Boulevard. The collision involved a silver 2021 Hyundai Accent and a blue 2014 Hyundai Elantra, resulting in serious injuries for one of the drivers.
Details of the Crash
The Manchester Township Police Department responded to the scene of the crash at around 9:25am. They found the Hyundai Accent with extensive front end damage facing north in the westbound left turn lane of State Highway 70. The Hyundai Elantra, also heavily damaged, was facing east on the dirt shoulder of the highway.
Victims of the Crash
The driver of the Hyundai Accent, identified as 68-year-old Fredric Mohr of Manchester, NJ, suffered severe internal injuries in the crash. He was rushed to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ, where he remains in critical but stable condition. The other driver, 37-year-old Michael C. Odom of Manchester, NJ, sustained minor injuries and was taken to Community Medical Center in Toms River, NJ.
Investigation and Contributing Factors
According to the crash investigation, the Hyundai Accent was attempting to make a left turn onto Manchester Blvd from the westbound left turn lane of State Highway 70. At the same time, the Hyundai Elantra was heading eastbound on State Highway 70 and collided with the Accent in the intersection. The primary contributing factor in the crash was failure to yield to oncoming traffic.
Emergency Response
Emergency responders from the Manchester Township Division of Emergency Medical Services and Paramedics from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital were on the scene to assist the injured drivers. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, with Patrolman Conner Yatauro of the Traffic Safety Unit leading the case.
Conclusion
As the community of Manchester comes to terms with this tragic incident, our thoughts are with the injured drivers and their families. The authorities are working diligently to determine the exact cause of the crash and prevent similar accidents in the future. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available..
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