NEWARK, Essex County, N.J., Oct. 19, 2026 — A three-vehicle crash injured multiple people on Sunday night, October 18, in Newark's South Ward.
The collision happened around 8:57 p.m. near the intersection of Avon Avenue and Shanley Avenue, according to preliminary emergency reports. Three vehicles were involved, Newark firefighters confirmed, and no occupants were trapped in the wreckage.
Emergency medical crews were called to the scene to treat people hurt in the crash. The number of people injured and how serious those injuries are had not been released as of Sunday night.
The cause of the collision has not been disclosed. The circumstances remain under investigation, and no further details have been made public.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes multi-vehicle crashes hard to investigate?
Investigators usually have to reconstruct the order in which vehicles struck each other, which can take time when there are multiple impact points and several accounts from drivers and witnesses.
What causes multi-vehicle pile-ups?
Common factors include one driver braking suddenly, following too closely, reduced visibility, or a stopped vehicle that other drivers don't see in time to react.
How can drivers avoid being caught in a pile-up?
Leaving extra space between vehicles, slowing down in heavy traffic or poor visibility, and staying alert to brake lights ahead can help drivers react before a chain-reaction crash reaches them.
What to Do After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Newark, NJ
If you're involved in a crash with multiple vehicles, stay where it's safe and call 911 so police and medical crews can sort out who needs help first. Even if you feel fine, it's worth getting checked by a doctor, since injuries like whiplash or internal bruising don't always show symptoms right away. Exchange information with the other drivers if you're able to, take photos of the vehicles and the surrounding area, and ask responding officers how to get a copy of the official report. Keep track of any medical visits or paperwork that follow, since those records can matter later even if things seem minor at first.
