Crime & Safety

Fatal Accident on Route 15 Under Investigation

Single-vehicle crash occurred Saturday night on the southbound side of the roadway near Weldon Road.

A fatal accident in Jefferson closed Route 15 for several hours Saturday night.

According to Capt. Eric Wilsusen, a single-vehicle crash occurred on the southbound side of the roadway. Wilsusen referred all further questions to the Morris County Prosecutor's Office.

Thomas Zelante, first assistant prosecutor, said more information will be released around midday Sunday.

The crash occurred on Route 15 near Weldon Road at about 7 p.m. Saturday, a police dispatcher told NJ.com.


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