1 Killed, 1 Injured in Woodland Township Car Accident
The driver has been identified as George C. Sears Jr., 82, of Toms River, who died after his SUV struck a home on Route 563.
Andrew FinkelsteinA driver, George C. Sears Jr., 82, of Toms River, was killed in a car crash on Route 563 in Woodland Township on October 26, according to State Police.
The Route 563 Crash in Woodland Township
Sears was driving south on Route 563 at 2 p.m. when his SUV went off the road to the right, State Police said. The vehicle struck two fences and then hit a house, and it caught fire. The home also caught fire, and firefighters put out the flames. Sears was pronounced dead at the scene. His wife, a 76-year-old passenger, was injured. The residents inside the home were not hurt.
What State Police Are Still Reviewing
The crash remains under investigation by State Police. No charges have been announced. State Police have not released details about the passenger's injuries.
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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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