Elizabeth, NJ (January 31, 2026) – Emergency crews were dispatched to multiple vehicle collisions with reported injuries near the intersection of West Jersey St and Tilton St in Elizabeth on January 30. The crashes occurred around 10:00 p.m. and required a coordinated response from EMS, fire, and rescue teams.
Dispatch communications indicated that several vehicles were involved in separate but closely timed crashes along West Jersey St, leading to disruptions in traffic and concerns about injured occupants. First responders worked swiftly to assess the scene and provide medical care.
The exact number of people injured has not yet been confirmed, but multiple patients were evaluated on-site. Emergency medical teams transported at least some of the injured to nearby hospitals for further treatment.
The incidents caused significant delays along W Jersey St while crews secured the area and cleared the roadway. Authorities are working to determine whether the collisions were related and what contributing factors may have been involved.
An investigation remains active as officials collect information from the scene and involved parties.
We send our thoughts to those hurt in these crashes and wish all affected individuals a full and timely recovery.
