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Jersey City – Man Killed in Car Crash near Route 139

Jersey City – Man Killed in Car Crash near Route 139 >

Date Published: 2019/12/16

One person was killed after the vehicle he was in crashed in a roadway in Jersey City, early Wednesday morning, December 11.

Police say that 26 year-old Daniel Nazarenko from Cliffside Park was a passenger in a car that lost control and crashed into a concrete divider on 14th Street, near Route 139 just before 2:30 a.m.

When emergency responders arrived, they found the driver and Nazarenko suffering from heavy injuries inside a badly damaged vehicle.

Both were taken to Jersey City Medical Center, where Nazarenko is pronounced dead half an hour later. The driver is in stable condition.

We would like to send our sincerest condolences to the bereaved family. We hope they find the strength to move forward from this tragic incident.

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
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