Brick, NJ (May 19, 2026) – A student from Brick Memorial High School died after a crash in Brick on May 19. The crash happened along Lanes Mill Road between Michigan Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue.
Officials closed roads in the area on Tuesday morning while the crash was under investigation. The closure affected traffic around Lanes Mill Road as crews worked at the scene.
The Brick School District confirmed that a student died in the crash. The student’s name was not released in the initial report.
The district said grief counseling and support services were being made available for students and staff. Further details about the vehicles involved or whether anyone else was hurt were not immediately available.
The crash remains under investigation, and additional details may become available as authorities continue their review.
Our condolences go out to the student’s family, friends, and school community.
Support After Fatal Crashes Involving Students
Fatal crashes involving students can deeply affect classmates, teachers, families, and the wider community. Schools may offer grief counseling to help students and staff process the loss in a safe setting.
Support services can give students a place to talk, ask questions, or sit quietly with trained staff. People may respond to grief in different ways, including sadness, confusion, anger, or shock.
After a fatal crash, early reports may provide only limited details while the scene is reviewed. Families and school communities often need privacy and time as more information becomes available.
