West Milford, NJ (June 2, 2026) – Emergency units responded to the scene of a two-vehicle accident that left a 30-year-old New York man dead in the Hewitt section of West Milford, according to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office.
The collision happened on Sunday, May 31, at about 5:55 p.m. near the intersection of Warwick Turnpike and Lake Shore Drive. Prosecutors said a Dodge Charger and a Nissan Pathfinder were involved in the roadway crash.
The driver of the Charger, identified only as a 30-year-old man from Bardonia, New York, later died from his injuries on Monday, June 1. The person driving the Pathfinder was treated at a hospital and has since been released.
Officials did not release the names of those involved or provide further details about how the wreck occurred. The cause of the collision remains under investigation by prosecutors.
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of the man who lost his life.
What Information Is Reviewed After Two-Vehicle Crashes?
After a serious two-vehicle crash, investigators usually examine several factors to better understand how the roadway collision unfolded. Vehicle positions, traffic patterns, roadway markings, and driver statements are commonly reviewed during the early stages of the process.
Damage to each vehicle may also help show the direction of travel and the point where the vehicles came together. In some cases, weather conditions, visibility, and speed become part of the review. Traffic cameras or witness accounts can provide added context when available.
Medical findings may later help clarify the severity of injuries connected to the crash. Even when one person survives with less serious harm, another occupant may experience life-threatening trauma depending on the angle of contact and the force involved.
