A drunk driving accident left a person dead in South Jersey, according to police. Reports indicate that a Mercury Mountaineer driven by a person who was impaired crossed into oncoming traffic, striking another vehicle. The incident occurred on Blackman Road between Meadow Drive and Brookside Drive at about 9 p.m. Egg Harbor Township police indicated the driver of the Honda CRV involved in the case died.
Fatal car accidents like this leave families devastated, especially when you learn the other driver was impaired behind the wheel. Victims and their families deserve a trusted and experienced drunk driving car accident lawyer to represent them in these challenging cases.
Head-On Collision with Devastating Outcome
Police reported the Mercury Mountaineer crossed the center line into oncoming traffic during the accident. The car continued in the wrong lane until it struck the Honda CRV. The driver of the CRV suffered serious injuries and was taken to the hospital but did not survive. The front-seat passenger was also hospitalized, though no indication of that person’s condition was provided. The drunk driver was charged in the case. Even more devastating was that a minor was also in that vehicle and suffered injuries.
When you are the victim, seek legal representation, especially in a case with this many complications. Kwartler Manus fights for victims of devastating and senseless acts like drunk driving. Set up a free consultation with our legal team to learn more about your rights if you are the victim of an accident involving a drunk driver.