The crash occurred on the NJ Turnpike in Bergen County, resulting in the death of a wrong-way driver. This article explains what is known and how to request an official crash report.
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ - January 3, 2026
A wrong-way driver was killed in a head-on collision on the NJ Turnpike in Bergen County. The crash occurred on Saturday, though the exact time has not been specified. Details regarding the involvement of other vehicles or injuries to other individuals have not been released at this time.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 3, 2026, exact time not specified
- Location: NJ Turnpike, Bergen County, NJ
- Type of crash: Head-on collision
- Vehicles involved: Car
- Fatalities: 1 (wrong-way driver)
- Source(s): RLS Media
Crash Overview
The incident took place on the NJ Turnpike in Bergen County, where a driver traveling in the wrong direction collided head-on with another vehicle. The specific sequence of events leading to the crash has not been detailed in reports. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but no information about the agencies involved has been provided. The wrong-way driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and no further details have been released.
People Involved
The crash involved a wrong-way driver, who was killed in the collision. No additional information about other drivers or passengers, including potential injuries, has been released. Authorities have not disclosed the name or age of the deceased driver.
Investigation Status
Investigators are working to determine the factors that led to the crash on the NJ Turnpike. As of now, no specific contributing factors such as weather conditions or road design have been reported. No charges or citations have been announced, and the investigation is ongoing.