Salem, NJ – Serious Injuries in Deadly Stop Sign Crash on Rte 660

Salem, NJ (December 11, 2024) – On Monday, December 9, several were hurt and one killed after a two-vehicle crash in the Salem area. The fatal accident took place on Route 660 near Route 605 early that morning around 10:10 a.m. Local reports revealed that 65-year-old Theresa Covello of Mullica Hill was driving eastbound on Route 660 when she ran a stop sign and was hit by a southbound Honda Accord. 

The impact caused Covello’s car to overturn. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Covello suffered fatal injuries in the crash and was later pronounced dead. A passenger in the Honda suffered serious injuries as a result of the crash, and the driver and another passenger were also hurt. The area was closed for several hours while local law enforcement officials were present. No additional information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is in progress. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery. 

Stop Sign Crashes in New Jersey

Intersections can be dangerous places for drivers. According to national data, stop sign-controlled crossings account for one-third of all intersection crashes in the United States. Every year, stop sign-controlled intersections are the scene of more than 40 percent of fatal collisions. Many of these crashes involve drivers who fail to yield the right of way, and this can easily result in a life-changing or deadly car accident. You must be ready to pursue a strong claim for compensation in the unfortunate event that you or someone close to you is seriously hurt in a collision on New Jersey roads. 

You do not want to leave your recovery to chance. It’s always in your best interests to work closely with a competent team of lawyers to get the most out of your case and make sure that you are ready to get the full recovery you are owed. Contact a Salem car accident lawyer at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq today at (800) 923-3456. 

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