The crash occurred on the NJ Turnpike in Ridgefield Park, seriously injuring a firefighter and army veteran. Learn what is known and how to request a crash report.
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ - January 8, 2026
A firefighter and army veteran sustained serious injuries when a wrong-way driver collided with them on the NJ Turnpike in Ridgefield Park. The crash, which resulted in multiple injuries, occurred on Thursday. Specific details about the time of the incident or the responding agencies have not been released.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 8, 2026, time not specified
- Location: NJ Turnpike, Ridgefield Park, NJ
- Type of crash: Wrong-way driver
- Vehicles involved: Wrong-way driver
- Injuries / fatalities: Multiple injuries, fatalities not specified
- People involved: Firefighter, Army Vet
- Cause / allegations: Not specified in reports
- Source(s): dailyvoice.com
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on the NJ Turnpike in Ridgefield Park, involving a wrong-way driver. A firefighter and army veteran were seriously injured as a result. The incident led to multiple injuries, although the exact number of people affected and the full extent of injuries are not specified.
Emergency responders were called to the scene, but the specific agencies involved have not been disclosed. The crash has prompted an investigation to determine the cause and any contributing factors.
People Involved
The crash involved a firefighter and army veteran, both of whom sustained serious injuries. The identities of those involved have not been released by authorities. It is unclear if there were any fatalities as a result of the crash.