Roebling, NJ – Transit Operator Dies, Others Hurt in Train Crash near Roebling Stn
Roebling, NJ (April 15, 2025) – A train operator was killed and several others were injured after a collision in the Roebling area on Monday, April 14. The incident took place north of the Roebling Station early that morning at around 6:04 a.m. The train reportedly hit a tree.
There were 42 passengers on board the train at the time of the impact. Local reports confirmed that 23 of the passengers sustained injuries, and the remaining 19 customers were accommodated by bus. Footage from the scene showed a large tree on the tracks and the front of the train smashed. The transit operator sustained fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. The transit line was suspended in both directions while emergency crews were present. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are also with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Transit Accidents in New Jersey
A serious crash can happen at any time, regardless of what type of vehicle you’re riding in. Collisions can even involve transit buses, which transport groups of people from one place to another. While uncommon, these crashes can be quite severe. Every year, there are about 60,000 bus crashes in the United States. Often, these accidents not only cause property damage but also result in hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries. Researchers estimate that these crashes injure up to 14,000 people annually on average.
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After suffering the terrible loss of a close one in a train crash, you should not take any chances with your personal injury claim. The claims process can be long and complicated on your own, especially if you are dealing with new injuries and growing expenses as a result of your loved one’s fatal crash. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a Roebling wrongful death lawyer. Contact our proficient team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq today at (800) 923-3456 to get started on your case with the guidance of our attorneys. We are here to help you at every stage of your case.
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