4 Injured in Stafford Car Accident
The four-vehicle crash happened near Southern Regional High School on Route 9 on Sunday, and four people were taken to a hospital.
Four people were injured in a four-vehicle car crash on Route 9 in Stafford on Nov. 8, according to Stafford Township police.
How the Four-Vehicle Route 9 Crash Unfolded
Officers were called to the crash outside Southern Regional High School at about 11:55 a.m. Police said a southbound 2022 Lincoln LS, driven by Thomas Locker Jr., 63, of Barnegat, and a Chevrolet Trailblazer collided. The Trailblazer was driven by John Croce, 83, of Manahawkin. Police said the Trailblazer then struck a Kia Carnival and a Chevrolet Silverado.
Stafford Township EMS brought four people to Southern Ocean Medical Center to be checked: Locker, Croce, Terri Celeste, 56, of Manahawkin, and Nelson Rodriguez, 41, of Barnegat. Police said all four had minor injuries. A Chihuahua mix named Ophelia got out of one of the vehicles and ran into the woods opposite the school.
What the Traffic Safety Unit Is Reviewing
The Traffic Safety Unit of the Stafford Township police continues to investigate the crash. Animal control officers from the township are looking for the dog. Police asked residents of several nearby streets to watch for her and to call 609-597-1000, ext. 8525, if they see her. Police urged people not to chase or call to the dog.
Who investigates a crash depends largely on where it happened. Highway crashes often go to state police, and crashes on local streets to city or county officers.
Andrew Finkelstein· Jacoby & MeyersFrom an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice. The contributor may not be licensed in your state.Sources
- jerseyshoreonline.com, “Dog Missing After Four-Vehicle Crash In Stafford”
- dailyvoice.com, “Chihuahua Missing After 4-Car Crash Outside High School In Stafford: Police”
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