LINDENWOLD, N.J. — A Pine Hill woman was arrested Saturday night after authorities said she fatally struck an e-bike rider with her vehicle on Laurel Road in Lindenwold.
According to the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office and the Lindenwold Police Department, officers responded to the 1900 block of Laurel Road at approximately 10:24 p.m. following reports of a serious motor vehicle crash.
When officers arrived, they found that a vehicle had struck a person riding an e-bike. The rider, identified as Erica Beeks, 46, of Lindenwold, was pronounced dead at the scene at approximately 10:42 p.m.
Driver charged at the scene
Authorities identified the driver as Deborah Carey, 65, of Pine Hill.
- A 46-year-old Lindenwold woman died after an e-bike crash on Laurel Road.
- Police charged the driver, a 65-year-old Pine Hill woman, with second-degree death by auto and DUI.
- The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are seeking additional information.
Carey was arrested at the scene and charged with one count of second-degree death by auto. She was also issued multiple traffic summons, including driving under the influence, according to prosecutors.
Following her arrest, Carey was remanded to the Camden County Correctional Facility pending court proceedings.
Investigation remains active
The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office Crash Response Investigation Team and Lindenwold Police continue to investigate the fatal collision.
Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact Detective Samuel Funches III of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office at (856) 225-8083 or Detective Ryan Brennan of the Lindenwold Police Department at (856) 784-7566.
Anonymous tips may also be submitted through CAMDEN.TIPS.
As with all criminal cases, the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
FAQ
- Who was killed in the crash?
Erica Beeks, 46, of Lindenwold. - Who was charged?
Deborah Carey, 65, of Pine Hill. - What charges were filed?
Second-degree death by auto and multiple traffic offenses, including driving under the influence. - Where did the crash occur?
The 1900 block of Laurel Road in Lindenwold. - Is the investigation complete?
No. Authorities said the investigation remains active and ongoing.
Sources: Camden County Prosecutor’s Office; Lindenwold Police Department.
