ABSECON, NJ – A Pleasantville man, Glen Mclean, 44, died in a crash after his vehicle struck a tree at 2:30 AM on S. Shore Road and Dr. Ruppert Drive. Officers responded to the call Sunday, January 10, and found a vehicle with significant damage at the intersection. Investigators learned that a 2006 Toyota Avalon was traveling north along the 300 block of S. Shore Road. The vehicle left the roadway, went airborne, and then struck a tree. The vehicle’s sole occupant, Mclean, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The investigation is on-going, however, speed is believed to be a contributing factor. The roadway was closed for approximately seven hours while the crash was investigated. The Absecon Fire Department provided assistance during the investigation.
Any witnesses to the crash are urged to contact the Absecon Police Department, Traffic Safety Unit at (609) 641-0667.