Motorcyclist Killed in Pequannock Accident
The motorcyclist, a 22-year-old woman, died in a single-motorcycle crash on Route 23 south in Pequannock early on October 27.
Andrew FinkelsteinThe Morris County Prosecutor's Office said a motorcyclist, a 22-year-old woman, died after an early morning crash on October 27 along Route 23 in Pequannock.
How the Route 23 Motorcycle Crash Unfolded
The Morris County Prosecutor's Office said Pequannock police were sent to southbound Route 23 at 2:39 a.m. Authorities said only one motorcycle was involved. The woman died at the scene.
Where the Pequannock Investigation Stands
Authorities said the investigation is ongoing. The motorcyclist has not been publicly identified. No charges have been announced.
It is common for police to hold off on naming the people involved in a crash until relatives have been notified. Names may be released a day or two later, or sometimes not at all.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in New Jersey usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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