Jeff Varcadipane
May 1, 2026
A late-morning crash on the New Jersey Turnpike left one person dead in Ridgefield Park. The crash occurred north of Exit 68 near Challenger Road. According to the New Jersey State Police, a northbound Porsche crashed into the back of a 5th wheel Grand Design Camper being hauled by a pickup truck. The Porsche slid entirely underneath the camper, killing the driver, police said.
No other vehicles were involved and no additional injuries reported. Names are being withheld pending notification of the driver’s family. The crash remains under investigation by the New Jersey State Police.
The two left northbound lanes and the shoulder were closed for several hours, as were lanes heading to the lower level of the George Washington Bridge. The Ridgefield Fire Department was also on scene.
What Made this Crash so Dangerous?
Rear-end collisions involving trailers and campers can be especially dangerous due to the risk of underride, in which a smaller vehicle slides beneath the rear of a larger one. These crashes often result in catastrophic or fatal injuries as the upper portion of the passenger vehicle can be severely compromised. Even at highway speeds, the difference in height between vehicles can make these collisions particularly devastating.
Contact Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. If You’ve Been in a Car Accident
If you or a loved one have been injured in a crash, our Bergen County car accident lawyers at Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. are here to help. For a free consultation, call us today at 201-588-1500 or contact us online. We serve clients throughout New York, New Jersey, and Florida, and have offices conveniently located in Manhattan, Paramus, and Jacksonville.
Jeffrey W. Varcadipane
Jeffrey W. Varcadipane is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of the State of New Jersey and a Founding Partner of the Firm. He handles a variety of matters including civil and commercial litigation, appellate practice, real estate, and business law.
University: J.D. Fordham Law School
Bar Number: 29472005
Locations: New Jersey, New York, and Florida.
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