Woodbridge Township, NJ (April 13, 2026) – A traffic incident near Route 9 South and Route 440 in Woodbridge Township sent one driver to a hospital for treatment in the early morning hours of Monday, April 13. Emergency units responded to the scene to assist.
No details about the number of vehicles involved or the nature of the driver’s injuries have been provided. No further information about other potential occupants has been released at this time.
The incident remains under review by authorities.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
What Do Early-Morning Crashes on New Jersey Highways Typically Involve?
Crashes that occur in the early morning hours on New Jersey highways like Route 440 often share a set of common conditions. Reduced traffic volume during those hours can lead some drivers to travel at higher speeds, while fatigue and low visibility add to the risk. The stretch near Route 9 South in Woodbridge Township is a busy connector between major roads, which means vehicles moving at different speeds can create dangerous situations.
Route 440 carries significant commercial and commuter traffic, particularly for drivers heading toward the New Jersey Turnpike and the Staten Island area. Even at quieter times of day, the mix of on-ramps, lane changes, and merging traffic can be challenging. A single driver losing focus or control in those conditions can result in a crash with little warning.
Hospitals in Middlesex County are generally within a reasonable distance of Route 440, which helps ensure that injured drivers can reach care relatively quickly after a crash.
