Fairfield – Three-Car Collision on Route 80 Leaves One Hospitalized

A three-vehicle crash on Route 80 in Fairfield Monday morning, January 13, left one person hospitalized with minor injuries.

According to a report from New Jersey State Police, a vehicle was traveling on the westbound side of the highway when it lost control and crashed into two other vehicles at around 8:04 a.m.

Emergency medical services examined all parties involved and transported one victim to a nearby hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Delays from the crash scene at milepost 48.4 to Exit 54 in Totowa occurred as two lanes were closed to the crash.

We would like to send our sympathies to the victim injured in this crash. We hope the victim recovers fully and wish the victim a speedy recovery.

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.