Dump Truck Crashes into NJ Target, Breaking Open Wall of Store

Accident Causes Chaos, Injuries and Damage

On Friday afternoon, a dump truck crashed into the side of a Target store in New Jersey, destroying part of the wall and opening up a huge hole.

North Bergen Store Affected

The accident occurred at the Target store located on Tonnelle Avenue in North Bergen, forcing the closure of the road in both directions between 70th Street and 76th Street, according to police.

Massive Response by Emergency Services

The crash happened just after 2 p.m., prompting a large response from local law enforcement and first responders.

Six Injured, Driver Among Them

Six people were injured in the crash, including two with serious injuries. Five of the patients are being treated at local hospitals. One of the people with the most serious injuries was a woman who was in the store bathroom as the truck came crashing through the wall, the fire chief said.

Driver’s Condition Unknown

The driver of the dump truck was among the patients taken to a hospital, according to authorities. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Description of the Incident

Police said the dump truck crossed into the southbound lanes, hitting a tractor-trailer and then crashing into the Target. The tractor-trailer could be seen nearby by Chopper 4 with the back appearing to be completely destroyed.

FAQs

What happened in the accident?
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A dump truck crashed into the side of a Target store in New Jersey, destroying part of the wall and opening up a huge hole.

How many people were injured?
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Six people were injured in the crash, including two with serious injuries.

What happened to the driver of the dump truck?
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The driver of the dump truck was taken to a hospital, according to authorities.

Is the cause of the crash known?
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No, the cause of the crash remains under investigation.