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New Jersey traffic fatalities rose between 2015 and 2016 by more than 10% according to new numbers released by New Jersey State Police. A total of 605 people died in 573 car accidents in 2016, compared to 562 deaths from 522 crashes in 2015.
Vehicle drivers made up more than 50% of those who died in 2016. Pedestrians were the next highest fatalities with 165 killed; 90 vehicle passengers died; and 18 cyclists died in crashes with vehicles. On a county breakdown, Burlington (49), Monmouth (46) and Middlesex (44) had the highest numbers of deadly crashes.
Our attorneys have extensive experience representing the families of individuals killed in motor vehicle accidents. For a New Jersey claim, contact Greg Sciolla at (856) 273-6679. To inquire about a Pennsylvania matter, contact Christopher Fleming at (215) 567-1530.
Published January 11, 2017
