New Jersey

One Person Killed in Scooter Accident at Route 495 in Hudson County, NJ

Published on: April 10, 2023

Date of Accident
April 8, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

New Jersey 495, Union City, NJ, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed a scooter operator at Route 495 in Hudson County, NJ on April 8th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 3:45 p.m. Investigators say a scooter collided with a westbound fuel truck under unclear circumstances. Police believe the scooter was in the process of attempting to merge on an on-ramp near John F Kennedy Blvd. The operator of the scooter suffered fatal injuries. Additional details are not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
New Jersey State Police
Vehicles Involved
Scooter, Fuel Truck
Road/Highway
Route 495
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Scooter collided with a fuel truck

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