Sparta Township – Rear-end Crash Leads to Injury and DWI Arrest

One man was treated for injuries and another was arrested after a rear-end crash in Sparta Township last Saturday, November 9.

According to police, they responded to a report about a crash at the intersection of Lafayette Road and Route 15 at around 3 a.m. Investigations uncovered that a gray Hyundai was stopped at a red light on the intersection when a red Honda minivan struck the Hyundai from the rear.

While speaking to both drivers, police officers determined that the driver of the Honda, identified as 27 year-old Kevin Farber, was consuming alcoholic beverages. The driver of the Hyundai had minor injuries that were treated on the scene, and is expected to be okay.

Farber was given field sobriety tests and was placed under arrest. He was released to a sober adult pending a court appearance.

We’re glad no one got serious hurt in this crash. We hope Mr. Farber has learned his lesson and becomes a better driver.

Vehicular Accidents

Vehicular crashes are one of the most common causes of injuries and fatalities in the state of New Jersey. In a report published by the New Jersey State Police Fatal Accidents Investigation Unit, there were 591 recorded fatal crashes that occurred in 2017, which caused 624 fatalities.

In 158 of the 591 crashes, Driving While Intoxicated (alcohol and/or drugs) was listed as the major contributing factor. There were 174 people killed as a result of these 158 crashes. Speeding was another major contributing factor to these crashes being listed as a factor in 61 of the crashes. Driving while distracted seems to be the biggest factor as it was listed as a cause for 196 crashes.

We urge drivers to observe and follow the laws while driving, and to remain focused while driving so that they can react accordingly to situations that may suddenly pop up on the roadway. Drivers should be more careful when driving while visibility is low, and they should also check their car before going on the roadway. Being more diligent and prepared can help lessen accidents on the roads of New Jersey.