Crime & Safety

Accident, Overturned SUV Close Downtown Intersection

Dock and Washington streets crossing in Toms River is closed; no word on injuries

A multi-car accident that led to an overturned SUV has shut down the intersection of Dock and Washington streets in downtown Toms River just after 2 p.m.

At 2:30 p.m., tow trucks and the Toms River police were on the scene, with traffic safety officers directing traffic. The intersection is completely closed at that time, from Hadley Avenue to Maiden Lane along Washington Street.

An SUV remained on its side in the Washington Street lanes as police and emergency responders investigated.

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Traffic can detour down Hadley Avenue to avoid the scene. Traffic is otherwise moving freely downtown.

Information on injuries or causes to the accident were not available at this time.

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