Atlantic City, NJ (June 27, 2026) – Two people were killed after a dirt bike collided with a car on Route 40 in Atlantic City.
EMS crews arrived at the area near 1600 North Albany Avenue following reports of a serious crash involving a BMW M2 and a Yamaha YZ250 dirt bike on Friday, June 26. According to investigation reports, 20-year-old Inzamamul Haque of Atlantic City was driving a BMW M2 eastbound on Route 40 when the vehicle struck the rear of a dirt bike traveling in the same direction.
The dirt bike operator, 21-year-old Baseem K. Taliaferro Jr. of Galloway, and his passenger, 21-year-old Yasmeen R. Williams of Egg Harbor City, were ejected from the dirt bike and pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the BMW was identified by officials, though no additional injury information was released. The investigation remains ongoing as officials continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the collision.
We extend our sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased.
What Investigators Review After a Fatal Motorcycle-Related Crash
Fatal motorcycle-related crashes require a detailed review of roadway conditions, vehicle positions, and the events leading up to the collision. Investigators may examine vehicle damage, debris patterns, witness statements, and available video footage to help determine how the accident occurred.
Motorcycles and dirt bikes can be especially vulnerable in traffic because riders have limited protection compared to people inside cars. The size difference between vehicles, visibility, following distance, and roadway conditions can all affect the outcome of a collision. A complete review of these factors helps provide a clearer understanding of what happened.
