Clifton, NJ (April 7, 2026) – A head-on crash early Tuesday morning, April 7, left one person injured on Route 21 near Route 46 in Clifton.
The accident happened around 6 a.m. on the southbound side of Route 21. Clifton Police reported that a 2016 Kia Sportage was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes when it struck a 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Emergency units arrived and found a passenger in the Jeep hurt. Paramedics treated the injured person at the scene and took them to a nearby hospital. Officials said the injuries were not life-threatening.
Police identified the Kia driver as a 46-year-old man from Passaic. Authorities issued him a summons for failure to keep right following the collision.
Crews closed part of the southbound lanes for a time as they cleared the crash site and assisted those involved. The roadway later reopened at about 8:30 a.m.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.
We extend our thoughts to the injured person and wish them a smooth recovery.
How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Claim in New Jersey?
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