Tragic Route 55 Pileup Claims Lives of Two Teenagers, Investigation Underway

March 10, 2025
Tragic Route 55 Pileup Claims Lives of Two Teenagers, Investigation Underway
  • Cary was a student at Delsea Regional High School, and Reyes was a recent graduate; both were friends with a 17-year-old victim who was also involved in the crash.

  • Fran Ciociola, superintendent of Delsea Regional School District, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the teens and confirmed the community's mourning.

  • In response to the tragedy, the Delsea School District announced that grief counseling would be available for students starting March 10.

  • Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene, but the conditions of the surviving victims have not yet been disclosed by officials.

  • On March 9, 2025, a tragic three-vehicle crash on Route 55 in Glassboro, New Jersey, claimed the lives of 19-year-olds Brendan Cary and Dominic Reyes.

  • The accident unfolded around 4:17 p.m. when Cary lost control of his Honda, colliding with a disabled Honda CRV on the shoulder.

  • The driver of the disabled minivan suffered serious injuries, while her three children sustained minor injuries during the incident.

  • The community continues to grieve the loss of the three teens and the injuries suffered by the mother and children involved in the accident.

  • An investigation into the crash is ongoing, with the New Jersey State Police continuing to seek further details about the incident.

  • This incident is part of a devastating weekend in New Jersey, where four fatal crashes resulted in seven deaths overall.

  • Funeral services for Cary and Reyes are scheduled for March 15, 2025, and a balloon release was held at Delsea High School on March 11 to honor their memory.

  • Families affected by such tragedies often face significant emotional and financial burdens, and seeking legal guidance is recommended for pursuing justice.

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