MAYS LANDING, N.J. – Two adults were killed Saturday morning when a stolen vehicle crashed head-on into another vehicle near the intersection of Route 50 and Third Street in Mays Landing, according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office and the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General.
Authorities said the crash occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. when a stolen vehicle collided head-on with another vehicle. The driver and passenger of the struck vehicle were pronounced dead at the scene. Their identities have not yet been released.
Investigation underway
Officials said an adult and three juveniles who were inside the stolen vehicle have been charged in connection with the crash. Authorities have not yet announced the specific charges or identified those involved.
- Two adults were killed after a stolen vehicle crashed head-on into another vehicle in Mays Landing.
- An adult and three juveniles from the stolen vehicle have been charged.
- The New Jersey Attorney General’s Office, Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office and Hamilton Township Police are investigating.
The Office of Public Integrity and Accountability is leading the investigation alongside the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office. The Hamilton Township Police Department is also assisting.
Attorney General review required
The Attorney General’s Office said it is investigating the incident under a 2019 New Jersey law requiring independent investigations whenever a death occurs during an encounter with a law enforcement officer acting in an official capacity or while a person is in custody.
Authorities said the investigation remains active, and no additional information has been released.
Where did the crash occur? The fatal collision happened near Route 50 and Third Street in Mays Landing shortly after 7:30 a.m. Saturday.
Who has been charged? Officials said one adult and three juveniles who were inside the stolen vehicle have been charged, but their identities and specific charges have not been released.
Why is the Attorney General’s Office investigating? State law requires the Attorney General’s Office to investigate deaths that occur during encounters with law enforcement officers acting in their official capacity or while a person is in custody.
Two people were killed after a stolen vehicle crashed head-on into another vehicle in Mays Landing. Authorities say four occupants of the stolen vehicle have been charged as multiple agencies investigate.
Sources: New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office
