By: Jeff Sommes
A devastating car crash in Ocean County claimed the lives of two individuals and left a third person seriously injured Thursday night, according to preliminary information from law enforcement sources.
Shortly before 9 p.m., emergency responders rushed to the intersection of Fischer Boulevard and Hooper Avenue following several 911 calls reporting a severe crash with injuries.
When police and EMS arrived at the scene, they discovered a vehicle with multiple injured occupants.
Tragically, two of the individuals were pronounced dead at the scene. A third victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where they are reportedly listed in serious condition.
The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has been notified and is leading the investigation into the crash.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims or determined what led to the fatal collision.
The cause of the crash remains under active investigation, and additional details will be provided as they become available.