MANAHAWKIN, NJ – On Wednesday, at approximately 2:30 PM, Stafford Police responded to the area of Buccaneer Lane and Lighthouse Drive for the report of an overturned vehicle. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 2020 red Nissan SUV overturned in the wooded area. Investigation revealed that the vehicle was operated by Lynda Curtis of Manahawkin, who suffered a medical episode while driving, causing her to veer off of the roadway, strike a tree, and overturn her vehicle. Curtis suffered minor injuries and was transported to Southern Ocean Medical Center for treatment. The investigating officer is Patrolman DeMarco.
Medical episode revealed as cause to crash in Stafford
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