The crash resulted in the death of a Norwich woman and hospitalized a 2-year-old and another victim. The article explains what is known and how to request an official crash report.
NORWICH, CT - January 5, 2026
A Norwich woman was killed in a wrong-way crash in New Jersey, which also resulted in the hospitalization of a 2-year-old child and another victim. The incident occurred on Monday, though the specific location and time of the crash have not been provided. Details about the vehicles involved and the exact circumstances leading to the crash are not yet known.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 5, 2026, time not specified
- Location: New Jersey
- Type of crash: Wrong-way
- Injuries / fatalities: 1 fatality, multiple injuries
- People involved: Norwich woman (killed), 2-year-old (hospitalized), second victim (hospitalized)
- Source(s): NBC Connecticut
Crash Overview
The crash occurred in New Jersey and involved a wrong-way driver, leading to the death of a Norwich woman. The incident also resulted in serious injuries to a 2-year-old child and another individual, both of whom were hospitalized. The specific details of how the crash unfolded, including the vehicles involved and the exact location, have not been disclosed. Emergency responders attended the scene, but further information about the agencies involved has not been released. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and no charges or citations have been announced at this time.