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Ocean County Woman Killed In Route 70 Crash

Source: Jersey Shore Online · Aug 1, 2026, 8:23 AM

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A Toms River woman died Thursday evening in a head-on collision on Route 70 in Manchester Township. Police responded around 5:14 p.m. on July 30 to the crash near mile marker 43, where a 2019 Honda Civic traveling eastbound crossed the center line and struck a pickup truck.

The incident remains under investigation by Manchester Township police. Route 70 is a major thoroughfare in Ocean County connecting several shore communities.

Key points

  • Fatal crash occurred on Route 70 near mile marker 43 in Manchester Township around 5:14 p.m. on July 30
  • 2019 Honda Civic crossed center line and collided head-on with a pickup truck
  • Victim was a Toms River resident
  • Manchester Township police are investigating the incident

FAQ

Where did the fatal crash occur?
The crash happened on Route 70 near mile marker 43 in Manchester Township, Ocean County. The collision involved a 2019 Honda Civic traveling eastbound and a pickup truck.
When did this accident happen?
The crash occurred Thursday evening, July 30, with police responding around 5:14 p.m. to the scene.
What caused the collision?
Investigators determined that the Honda Civic crossed the center line while traveling east, resulting in a head-on impact with the pickup truck.

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