Clinton Twp, NJ (June 11, 2026) – A pedestrian was critically injured after being struck on Interstate 78 westbound near mile marker 22 on Wednesday night, June 10. The crash was reported at approximately 11:35 p.m., prompting a full closure of the westbound lanes.
Emergency units arrived and confirmed a pedestrian had been hit on the roadway. A medical helicopter was requested, and a landing zone was established directly on the highway. All westbound lanes were shut down while crews worked at the site.
The injured person was later packaged for transport and flown to a trauma center for further treatment. No additional details regarding the identity of the pedestrian or the vehicle involved were immediately available.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under review. We are thinking of the person injured and hope for their recovery.
Why Pedestrian Crashes on High-Speed Highways Are Often Severe
Pedestrian crashes on interstate highways tend to result in serious or life-threatening injuries due to the high speeds involved. Vehicles traveling on highways have limited time to react to unexpected hazards on the roadway.
In low-visibility conditions, especially at night, detecting a person on the roadway becomes even more difficult. The severity of injuries is often increased by the force of impact and the lack of protective barriers for pedestrians.
Investigators typically review traffic conditions, roadway access points, lighting, and vehicle positioning when reconstructing these incidents. These details help determine how the pedestrian entered the highway and how the collision unfolded.
