Toms River, NJ – Teen Driver Involved in Fatal Crash on Rte 37
Toms River, NJ (March 9, 2025) – An unlicensed teen driver has been arrested following a fatal car accident in Toms River on Friday, March 7. The deadly collision took place on Route 37 late that evening at around 11 p.m. on Route 37 near Route 166. It was reported that the crash involved a chase with an unlicensed minor operating a BMW traveling at 188 miles per hour.
Authorities pursued the vehicle from a distance due to safety concerns, but the BMW ended up crashing into a Toyota Camry. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide the necessary medical aid. Despite life-saving support, the driver and front seat passenger of the Toyota were killed in the crash. The driver of the BMW was not hurt and was arrested by officials. Two passengers in the BMW were treated and later released. The minor is currently facing charges of aggravated manslaughter, death by auto, assault by auto, causing injury while driving unlicensed, and other related charges. No additional information on the fatal crash has been provided at this time.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are also with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly High-Speed Crashes in New Jersey
There are some things that drivers do that can make it much more likely that they will cause a serious or life-changing auto accident. Every year, thousands of people die in accidents caused by speeding drivers. Out of the 38,824 fatal car accidents that happened in the United States last year, 11,258 were caused by high-speed impacts. When you are going too fast, it is not only harder to stop your car, but any resulting accidents that happen are also much worse. About 29 percent of all deaths on American roads are caused by speeding motorists. This should not be a surprise for anyone who is active on New Jersey roads. In 2021, about 33 people died every day in high-speed accidents across the country.
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A deadly car crash is never easy, and someone close to you can be taken away in a matter of seconds. It is always in your best interests to work closely with our Toms River wrongful death lawyer at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq to get the best possible outcome for your case. Give us a call today at (800) 923-3456.
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