Rockaway Township – I-80 Crash Leaves One with Serious Injuries

A multi-vehicle crash that occurred on the I-80 in Rockaway Township Wednesday morning, January 8, left one person with serious injuries.

According to a report from the New Jersey State Police, their officers responded to a report of an accident on the eastbound side of I-80 near the Rockaway Townsquare Mall at around 7:20 a.m.

One victim suffered from critical injuries and was rushed by emergency medical services to an area hospital for further examination and treatment.

The highway was reopened before rush hour.

First and foremost, we would like to send our sympathies to the victim injured in this crash. We wish the victim a speedy recovery from the injuries the victim sustained.

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.