the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Oakland NJ, a devastating car crash on Interstate 287 in Mahwah has claimed the life of 19-year-old Jonathan Rodriguez-Pluchino, a resident of Oakland, New Jersey. The fatal incident occurred during Tuesday morning rush hour, around 7:15 a.m., according to the New Jersey State Police.
Pluchino was reportedly driving a Volkswagen near milepost 65.4 when his vehicle veered off the highway to the right and crashed into multiple trees, authorities said. He was rushed to a nearby hospital with serious injuries, but tragically succumbed to them, confirmed Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron.
Community Mourning a Promising Life Lost
Rodriguez-Pluchino’s grieving mother shared a heart-wrenching message on Facebook shortly after the crash:
“I have no words… I am forever broken.. I want my baby boy back.”
His sister also posted a heartfelt message while launching a fundraiser to cover funeral costs and support their mother during this difficult time:
“Johnny was a fun, loving boy who had his entire life ahead of him… If you can’t donate, please share and send prayers to Johnny and our family as we navigate this unimaginable loss.”
As of Wednesday night, the fundraiser had raised $29,000, reflecting a strong outpouring of support from the local community and beyond.
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and no further details have been released at this time, according to Sgt. Lebron. Authorities have not yet disclosed whether weather conditions, speed, or other factors played a role.
A Life Remembered
Friends and family described Jonathan Rodriguez-Pluchino as a bright young man full of potential, known for his joyful spirit and deep love for his family and friends. His death marks a heartbreaking loss for both Oakland and the broader Bergen County community.
How to Help:
Those wishing to support the family can contribute to the ongoing GoFundMe campaign to assist with funeral expenses and time off work for his mother.
Join the new Saddle River Valley, Ramapo and Pascack Valley Communities Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1931704860512551/
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I blame the leftist media for do much disinformation on this. No-one is being denied entry as long as your travel documents and vacation details are in order. The leftist media is sending this message that giving a suspicious answer to immigration upon arrival will get you flown to El Salvador.
Which article are you reading?