1 Killed, 2 Injured in Bedminster Car Accident
The crash happened in the early morning hours on Interstate 78 in Somerset County, according to New Jersey State Police.
Andrew FinkelsteinThree people were hurt, one of them fatally, in a car crash on Interstate 78 in Bedminster on November 2, according to New Jersey State Police.
What Happened on I-78 Near Milepost 27.8
State Police identified the driver as Keisha P. Bruno, 37, of Princeton. State Police said she was heading east in a Kia SUV near milepost 27.8 when it collided with a Volkswagen passenger vehicle, and the Kia came to rest in a travel lane. State Police said a Volkswagen SUV, also traveling east, then hit the Kia, which was pushed off the left side of the highway and overturned. State troopers were sent to the crash at 1:04 a.m. State Police said Bruno was taken to an area hospital and died there. A front seat passenger in her Kia had minor injuries, and the driver of the Volkswagen SUV had moderate injuries, according to State Police. Both were also taken to a hospital.
Where the State Police Investigation Stands
The crash remains under investigation, State Police said. Troopers have not announced any charges.
A finished crash report is usually available on request to the people involved and their families, through the agency that investigated.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Affected by an accident like this?
Here is what people in New Jersey usually need, in the order it comes up.
Emergency care. Emergency rooms must check and stabilize you, even if you can't pay. The bill comes later.
Your vehicle. Tow yards usually charge for every day a towed vehicle sits there.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Hospital bills. Most hospitals have a program that cuts bills for people with low income, and you can apply months after the first bill.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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