EVESHAM, NJ—A tragic motor vehicle collision occurred on Monday night at the intersection of Evesboro Medford Road and Tenby Lane, resulting in the death of a 19-year-old mini-bike rider. The Evesham Police Department responded to the scene at approximately 10:20 PM.
The victim, identified as Justin Rapp from Marlton, was critically injured during the collision with a van and later succumbed to his injuries at Virtua Hospital Marlton. The driver of the van, 64-year-old Maryanne Bailey of Palmyra, was unharmed.
Investigations revealed that Bailey was making a left turn onto Tenby Lane while Rapp was heading west on Evesboro Medford Road when the accident happened. Authorities are actively seeking witnesses or anyone with information about the collision to come forward. Contacts for tips include the Evesham Police Department at 856-983-1116, the Confidential Tip Line at 856-983-4699, or by email at Facebook@Eveshampd.org. Anonymous tips can be sent via text by texting ETPDTIP to 847411.
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