Tragic Car Crash Claims Lives of Six, Including Two High School Football Coaches
Two high school football coaches were among the six people killed Friday night in a fiery car crash in New Jersey, according to police and school leaders.
Crash Details
Police have been working to determine how the car crashed into a support column for the Pulaski Skyway and then caught fire around 10:45 p.m. It happened near the intersection of Raymond Boulevard and Blanchard Street.
Car Crash Sequence
The car had been traveling down Raymond Boulevard toward the Route 1-9 southbound on-ramp when “it somehow went off the roadway, became airborne, and struck a support column for the Pulaski Skyway,” a release from the Essex County prosecutor’s office read.
Fire and Fatalities
After crashing into the column, the car caught fire. All six people inside the car at the time of the crash died, investigators said.
Victims Identified
Social media posts have identified at least two of the victims.
Coach Brad Cunningham and Coach Lamar McKnight
Rutgers Football Head Coach Greg Schiano posted Saturday afternoon on X, saying former Rutgers player Brad Cunningham and Hudson Catholic Head Coach Lamar McKnight were among those killed in the crash.
We are saddened to hear of an accident involving Brad Cunningham, Coach McKnight and four others last night.
Brad Cunningham, member of our first recruiting class, laid the foundation of the Rutgers football program.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Brad’s family and the…
— Greg Schiano (@GregSchiano) December 7, 2024
Investigation and Press Conference
County prosecutors have scheduled a press conference for Monday to share details of the tragic incident.
Conclusion
The tragic car crash has sent shockwaves through the community, with many mourning the loss of the six individuals who lost their lives. As the investigation continues, authorities will work to determine the cause of the crash and provide answers to those affected.
FAQs
Q: Where did the car crash occur?
A: The car crash occurred near the intersection of Raymond Boulevard and Blanchard Street.
Q: How many people were killed in the crash?
A: Six people died in the crash.
Q: Who were the two high school football coaches killed in the crash?
A: Brad Cunningham, former Rutgers player and Hudson Catholic Head Coach Lamar McKnight.
Q: What is the status of the investigation?
A: The investigation is ongoing, with a press conference scheduled for Monday to share more details.
