By: Richard L. Smith
A late-night crash in Carteret left one person dead and has prompted an investigation by Middlesex County authorities.
Just before 10:30 p.m., emergency responders were called to the 90 block of Bristol Court for reports of a serious collision.
When they arrived, they found that a tractor-trailer and a pickup truck had collided, with the pickup’s driver trapped inside.
Rescue crews extricated the victim and performed CPR before transporting the individual to the hospital.
Doctors continued life-saving efforts, but the victim was ultimately pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
The incident remains under an active and ongoing investigation.