Readington: Driver Was Under Influence of Heroin in Crash

A man from Flemington was under the influence of heroin when he was involved in a head-on collision on Route 523 Thursday afternoon, April 16.

According to reports, 29 year-old Jordon Weber was traveling on the northbound lanes of Route 523 near Ivy Court at around 1 p.m. when his vehicle crossed over the double yellow lines and struck a driver heading southbound in a Volkswagen.

Police investigation discovered that Weber had been using heroin as Police found an empty syringe and an empty heroin fold inside Weber’s vehicle.

Weber was brought to Morristown Medical Center after complaints of head pain, and a sample of blood was taken for the sake of charging Weber with DUI. Weber’s passenger, who owns the truck, did not sustain any injuries.

The driver of the Volkswagen sustained a knee and chest injury, but did not need any medical attention.

Weber faces numerous CDS possession charges and several motor vehicle summonses.

We are glad no one was seirously hurt in this crash. We wish all the victims a speedy recover from their injuries.

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.