Northbound Nissan hit by vehicle crossing from Lower Ferry Road
March 10, 2026 | Ewing, NJ
A tragic accident claimed the lives of two drivers in Ewing, New Jersey, highlighting the dangers of busy intersections.
Jaysen Young, 23, died after a Nissan and a Ford collided at Route 29 and Lower Ferry Road in Ewing.
What Happened in the Crash?
On a Tuesday morning, a northbound Nissan driven by 23-year-old Jaysen Young of Hamilton collided with a Ford attempting to turn southbound from Lower Ferry Road onto Route 29 around 7:20 a.m.
- Date and Time: Tuesday, March 10, approximately 7:20 a.m.
- Location: Intersection of Route 29 and Lower Ferry Road, Ewing, NJ
- Vehicles Involved: Nissan passenger car, northbound, and Ford, turning southbound
- Victims:
- Jaysen Young, 23, was transported to the hospital and passed away the following Wednesday.
- Unnamed 26-year-old Ford driver, pronounced dead at the scene.
- Status: Ewing Police Department investigation ongoing.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading to this deadly encounter.
Why Do These Accidents Happen?
Intersections like Route 29 and Lower Ferry Road see frequent collisions due to turning maneuvers and high traffic volumes. Nationally, motor vehicle crashes remain a leading cause of death.
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), about 10% of fatal crashes involve impaired driving from alcohol, drugs, or medications, ranking as the second-leading factor in automobile deaths.
In New Jersey, traffic fatalities rose sharply in recent years. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows 695 lives lost in 2024, up 14.7% from the prior year.
Statistic |
Value |
Source |
|---|
National Fatal Crashes Due to Impairment |
About 10% |
National Safety Council (NSC) |
Ranking of Impaired Driving in Fatalities |
2nd Leading Cause |
NSC |
New Jersey Traffic Fatalities (2024) |
695 |
NHTSA |
Year-over-Year Increase in NJ Fatalities |
14.7% |
NHTSA |
These figures underscore the urgent need for safer roads and vigilant driving.
Legal Insights
In motor vehicle incidents resulting in fatalities, thorough investigations are crucial to establish fault and support affected families. Andrew G. Finkelstein, managing partner at Jacoby & Meyers Law Offices, emphasizes the role of legal representation.
"It is essential to reconstruct the accident to identify all the vehicles involved and determine the circumstances that led to the accident or the driver at fault," Finkelstein noted. "Insurance companies are never on the side of a victim injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident."
Key takeaways from such cases include:
- Competent legal handling protects victims' rights during investigations.
- Injured parties with attorney assistance often receive 3.5 times more compensation, per the Insurance Research Institute.
- Families may pursue wrongful death claims for loss of companionship, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
- Avoid immediate statements to insurers post-crash, as shock can impact outcomes, and consult an attorney promptly.
"People who get into an auto accident suffer unimaginable consequences in the form of mental and physical pain, and, in cases of fatalities, the victim's family and loved ones are left devastated," added Finkelstein.
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