>Date Published: 2020/02/16
Police from Elizabeth are looking for the driver that fled the scene after the driver’s vehicle crashed into a house in Elizabeth early Thursday morning, February 13.
According to reports from the initial investigation, the crash occurred at around 4 a.m., when the vehicle crashed into a home located at the intersection of North Avenue and Monroe Avenue.
The house sustained minor damage from the crash and no one sustained serious injuries from the incident.
Elizabeth Police say that the driver bailed from the vehicle and fled the scene, going towards North Avenue.
We are glad no one was seriously hurt in this accident. We hope the driver responsible is brought to justice as soon as possible.
Vehicular Accidents
Vehicular crashes are one of the most common causes of injuries and fatalities in the state of New Jersey. In a report published by the New Jersey State Police Fatal Accidents Investigation Unit, there were 591 recorded fatal crashes that occurred in 2017, which caused 624 fatalities.
In 158 of the 591 crashes, Driving While Intoxicated (alcohol and/or drugs) was listed as the major contributing factor. There were 174 people killed as a result of these 158 crashes. Speeding was another major contributing factor to these crashes being listed as a factor in 61 of the crashes. Driving while distracted seems to be the biggest factor as it was listed as a cause for 196 crashes.
We urge drivers to observe and follow the laws while driving, and to remain focused while driving so that they can react accordingly to situations that may suddenly pop up on the roadway. Drivers should be more careful when driving while visibility is low, and they should also check their car before going on the roadway. Being more diligent and prepared can help lessen accidents on the roads of New Jersey.
Written by: Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers