2 Injured in Car Accident on Mulberry St. in Trenton, NJ

Trenton, NJ — February 2, 2025, Two people were injured following a car accident that occurred at around 11:55 A.M. on Mulberry Street.

An investigation is underway following a car accident that two people injured during the morning hours of February 2nd. According to official reports, a vehicle was traveling on Mulberry St. near North Clinton Ave. when for unknown reasons the vehicle lost control and flipped over.

When first responders arrived on the scene they found that two men were trapped inside, and upon freeing them discovered they had sustained serious injuries and they were transported to the hospital for treatment. At this time it remains unknown what caused the vehicle to lose control as well as the status of the driver and passenger, however this remains an ongoing investigation and more details may be released by authorities in the future.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When I read about a crash like this, my first thought is that those affected deserve clear answers about what happened. While initial reports provide basic details, they often leave out critical information that can help determine why the crash occurred and whether anything could have been done to prevent it. To get a full picture, there are three key questions that need to be asked in every crash investigation.

The first question is whether authorities are conducting a thorough investigation. Law enforcement will typically document the scene, examine physical evidence, and assess environmental factors, but the depth of these investigations can vary. In a case where a vehicle loses control and flips over, it’s important to determine whether road conditions, weather, or another external factor contributed to the crash. Investigators should also consider whether another vehicle may have been involved, even if it didn’t make contact, as sudden evasive maneuvers are sometimes necessary to avoid reckless drivers.

The second question is whether anyone has considered the possibility of a vehicle defect. Many people assume single-vehicle crashes are the result of driver error, but mechanical failures are often overlooked. A sudden loss of control could indicate issues with the vehicle’s steering, brakes, tires, or suspension. Additionally, since the vehicle flipped over, its design and stability should be examined to see if it met crashworthiness standards that could have prevented such a severe outcome. One of the biggest challenges in proving a defect is maintaining access to the vehicle—if it is scrapped or repaired before a forensic examination can be conducted, key evidence could be lost forever.

The third question is whether all available electronic data has been collected. Most modern vehicles contain electronic control modules (ECMs), which store important crash-related data such as speed, braking, and steering inputs leading up to the incident. Additionally, surveillance footage from nearby businesses or traffic cameras could provide further clarity about what happened. Cell phone records may also be relevant—not necessarily to suggest distraction, but to determine if the driver received any critical warnings about road hazards. If this data is not gathered promptly, it may no longer be available by the time investigators realize its importance.

At the end of the day, crashes like this don’t just affect those directly involved—they leave families searching for answers. The least we can do as a community is ensure that every crash is investigated as thoroughly as possible so that those answers are found. No one should be left wondering what really happened when the evidence to find out is within reach.