Cape May County, NJ — January 10, 2025, one person was killed following a commercial truck accident that took place along U.S. Highway 9.

Semi-truck Accident on U.S. Highway 9 in Upper Township, NJ

Initial details about the crash are scarce. It appears two vehicles were involved, including a commercial vehicle. Due to the collision, one person was killed. It’s unclear which vehicle they were in.

Right now, officials say the incident happened during daylight hours on dry roads. The cause of the crash cannot be confirmed at this time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

People tend to think commercial vehicle wrecks are serious enough that news outlets will always cover them, but this is one of countless examples to the contrary. Complex accidents can slip through the cracks, and even authorities sometimes fail to give a serious crash the attention it needs. Did that happen here behind the scenes, or is there still more about this crash that has yet to be properly investigated?

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