the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Alpine NJ, a serious crash on the Palisades Interstate Parkway near the New York-New Jersey state line left one person dead and several others injured early Friday morning, February 28. The accident resulted in a complete highway shutdown, with authorities urging drivers to avoid the area.
Crash Details: What Happened?
According to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, the crash occurred at approximately 5:58 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the parkway near Alpine, New Jersey.
🚨 Key Details:
✔ Location: Southbound Palisades Interstate Parkway, near NY-NJ border
✔ Time: 5:58 a.m. on Friday, February 28
✔ Vehicles Involved: Two
✔ Fatalities: One person pronounced dead at the scene
✔ Injuries: Multiple individuals transported to a local hospital with serious injuries
Emergency responders rushed to the scene, but one occupant succumbed to their injuries. The identities of those involved have not yet been released as authorities continue their investigation.
Ongoing Investigation & Road Closures
The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department are conducting a joint investigation. The Bergen County Fatal Accident Task Force has also been activated.
🚧 Road Closures & Traffic Updates:
🔹 All lanes shut down near Exit 5B (NY-303) in Orangetown, NY (mile marker 10.9)
🔹 Detours remain in place as the investigation continues
🔹 Authorities advise drivers to use alternate routes
As of 1:15 p.m., the highway remains closed, with no estimated reopening time.
What’s Next?
Authorities are working to determine the cause of the crash, including any possible factors such as speeding, driver impairment, or road conditions. More updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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