By: Richard L. Smith
Authorities in Passaic County are investigating a Friday morning crash in Wayne that claimed the life of a 36-year-old motorcyclist from Ringwood.
According to information released by Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Wayne Police Chief Joseph Rooney, the collision occurred at approximately 7:14 a.m. on October 23, 2026, near the intersection of Hamburg Turnpike and Black Oak Ridge Road.
Officials said the crash involved a motorcycle, a Ford Transit van, and a Jeep Wrangler.
The motorcyclist suffered serious injuries and was transported to Chilton Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.
Authorities said the drivers of the van and Jeep remained at the scene following the collision.
The victim’s identity has not been released.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under active investigation by Wayne police and the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office.
Officials said additional information will be provided as the investigation progresses.