Fort Lee, NJ – Man Killed, Child Hurt in Crash with Semi on NJ Tpke

Fort Lee, NJ (October 1, 2024) – On Sunday, September 29, a man was killed and a toddler injured after a car accident in the Fort Lee area. The deadly crash took place on the New Jersey Turnpike near mile marker 121.4 late that night around 9:08 p.m. Local reports revealed that 34-year-old Justin Veras of Nutley was driving a Toyota Camry traveling northbound when he crashed into the back of a disabled Kenworth tractor-trailer in the right lane. 

Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Veras suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. A 20-month-old child in the vehicle was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for the treatment of sustained injuries. No other injuries were reported in the collision. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident 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 with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery. 

Deadly 18-wheeler Crashes in New Jersey

Massive semi-trucks can easily hurt or kill innocent victims in the event of a crash, especially those who are in smaller passenger cars. These large commercial vehicles can leave others with life-changing injuries. The National Safety Council (NSC) says that 4,842 people died in heavy truck accidents in 2020, which is 33 percent more than in 2011. Semi-trucks were involved in about nine percent of all fatal accidents last year. If you or someone you care about gets hurt in a truck crash, you need to be ready to file a successful claim for damages by working closely with a skilled legal team.

It can be difficult to get back to your normal life after a deadly crash has suddenly claimed the life of a loved one. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a trained Fort Lee semi-truck accident lawyer at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq to pursue justice for your loved one’s tragic death. Contact our offices today at (800) 923-3456 to arrange a free consultation and let our compassionate legal team deal with your case while you focus on regaining your emotional well-being. 

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