Car Plunges Down Embankment on Route 17 in Paramus, Injuries Reported

January 18, 2026 | Paramus, NJ

A vehicle veered off southbound Route 17 at the Route 4 split in Paramus and plunged down an embankment into woods and a ditch on Jan. 18, injuring the occupants. Emergency services rushed to the scene, where the car was found off the roadway. No entrapment was reported, and heavy towing equipment was requested to remove the vehicle. The incident took place around 5:29 p.m.

Services On Scene w/ Vehicle into woods & in a ditch w/ Injuries, neg Entrapment, Request Heavy tow to Scene.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash. Motorists are urged to exercise caution in the area.

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