This accident, involving 2 vehicles occurred on Monday, September 13th 2021 at approximately 5:42 pm. The driver of blue Ford (2011) left of center. Injuries were reported. An officer from NEWTON (TOWNSHIP OF) Police Department was present at the scene and recorded the information contained in this report.
ON SEPTEMBER 13TH 2021; UNIT #1 WAS TRAVELING EAST ON STATE ROUTE 718 IN THE AREA OF STEWART ROAD. UNIT #2 WAS TRAVELING WEST ON 718. WITNESS STATEMENTS AND ROADWAY EVIDENCE SUGGEST THAT UNIT #1 NEGOTIATED THE CURVE GOING LEFT OF CENTER INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. UNIT #1 STRUCK UNIT #2 OFF-SET HEAD ON BEFORE COMING TO FINAL REST NEARBY. THE DRIVER OF UNIT #1 WAS PRONOUNCED DECEASED ON SCENE. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER OF UNIT #2 WERE TRANSPORTED TO UPPER VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER FOR MODERATE NON-LIFE THREATENING INJURIES.

| Occupant | Safety Belt | Air Bags | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Driver: 32 years old, Male, Fatal Seatbelt: None Airbags: Deployed both front/side |

| Occupant | Safety Belt | Air Bags | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Driver: 27 years old, Female, Minor injury suspected Seatbelt: Shoulder and lap belt used Airbags: Deployed both front/side | ||
2 | Passanger: 3 years old, Male, Minor injury suspected Seatbelt: Child restraint system - forward facing Airbags: Deployed both front/side |
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