Lacey, NJ – Teen Loses Life in Two-Car Crash on Lacey Rd near Garden State Pkwy
Lacey, NJ (December 15, 2023) – A teenager from Lacey Township lost his life in a traffic accident that happened on Saturday, December 9. Sources say the collision took place between two vehicles on Lacey Road near the Garden State Parkway at around 9:19 a.m. The teen was headed east on Lacey Road in a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze when the vehicle drove over the shoulder and then re-entered the roadway before crossing over into the westbound lane. There, his vehicle struck a 2022 Ford Bronco operated by Keith Mackenzie, 78, of Forked River. Mackenzie and his passenger, Diana Mackenzie, 67, were transported to Community Medical Center to be treated for injuries deemed life-threatening.
Lacey Road was closed for approximately six hours after the collision while police worked to investigate. Along with Lacey police, the Forked River Fire Department, Ocean County Sheriff’s Department CSI Unit, Robert Wood Johnson paramedics, and the Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office also responded to the scene.
Members of the Lacey Police Department’s Crash team also investigated. Police are still working to determine the cause of the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased teenager at this time. We hope for the full recovery of those with injuries.
New Jersey Auto Accidents
It can be overwhelming and scary to suffer injuries in a serious car accident. Each year, more than 3 million people are hurt in car crashes caused by driver negligence. These wrecks end the lives of tens of thousands of American people, and happen more than 6 million times per year. The main reasons for these incidents include driver distraction, speeding, fatigue, and intoxication. Currently, driver distraction is the main cause of the majority of car crashes in the United States, causing hundreds of thousands of accidents annually and taking the lives of thousands of people per year.
Additionally, over 100,000 take place per year due to drivers who are over-tired while operating their vehicles. Yearly, around 11,000 individuals are killed due to drivers who are speeding, and, driver intoxication is the cause of more than 30% of the annual crash fatality rate in the US.
When you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash caused by a negligent driver, you should have the ability to financially recover without having to go broke. Legally, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim for financial compensation that can help you pay for all of the damages and losses that may have been imposed upon you by your recent accident. Especially if you believe that your wreck was caused by a negligent driver, a lawyer can help you recover. Recovering financially may allow you to be able to focus more on your physical and mental well-being, and that of your loved ones.
A car crash lawyer in Lacey can help you file a personal injury claim so you can collect fair compensation for lost wages, medical care expenses, vehicle repairs, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering.
Call our skilled and reputable law office at (800) 469-6476 to speak with a trusted car accident lawyer about your personal injury claim.
