Lawrenceville, NJ - Daija McKithen, 18, Killed in Crash with Dump Truck near Brunswick Pike & Franklin Corner Rd

Lawrenceville, NJ (June 1, 2023) - A woman from Lawrenceville lost her life on Thursday, June 1, in a traffic collision involving a dump truck and a sedan, according to information provided by Lawrence Police. 

The woman was identified as 18-year-old Daija McKithen, who succumbed to her injuries at the crash scene. At approximately 12:17 p.m., Thursday, authorities in Lawrenceville responded to the scene at Brunswick Pike (Route 1) and Franklin Corner Road concerning reports of a traffic crash involving a sedan and a dump truck. 

The dump truck’s driver, identified as Suleyman Durdu, a 28-year-old Bordentown resident, sustained moderate injuries, police said. How the incident occurred is under local law enforcement investigation at this time. 

The Lawrence Police were assisted by Capital Heath System Advanced Life Support, the Lawrence Township Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services, and the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

New Jersey Auto Accidents

Traffic collisions continue to be one of the main reasons people get hurt or lose their lives in New Jersey. Each year, countless people are sent to the hospital with serious or even debilitating injuries, including spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, and more, due to car wrecks. Unfortunately, the majority of these crashes happen at busy intersections throughout the Garden State.

There are several reasons why accidents often occur at intersections. One main contributor is driver negligence. This includes things like running red lights and stop signs, making improper turns, or failing to yield the right-of-way. Other times, it’s simply a matter of inattention and not seeing the other vehicle coming in time.

Another leading cause of intersection accidents is when one driver attempts to drive through a yellow light at the last minute and ends up T-boning another vehicle that’s already in the intersection. This is especially dangerous because there’s never enough time for either driver to react and avoid a crash.

There are some instances where weather conditions can contribute to intersection accidents. For example, if it’s snowing, raining, or foggy, and visibility is reduced, it can be more difficult to see other vehicles. Also, slick roads can make it a difficult task to stop in a timely manner if another car suddenly appears in front of you.

Sometimes, people suffer injuries that are so severe they end up losing their lives. If you have recently lost someone you love in a car accident caused by a negligent driver, a Lawrenceville wrongful death attorney can help you preserve and exercise your legal rights toward compensation. After your loved one’s crash, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim against the responsible driver. This type of lawsuit can help you recover financial compensation for some of the costs and damages you face.

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