Traffic & Transit
Trailer Breaks Loose, Hits 5 Cars On Rt. 9 In Sayreville Thursday
The crash occurred at 5:45 a.m. when a construction trailer broke loose from a truck and collided with at least five other vehicles.

SAYREVILLE, NJ — A total of six vehicles were involved in a major accident early Thursday morning on Rt. 9 in Sayreville, causing hours-long delays on Rt. 9 in both directions.
The crash occurred at 5:45 a.m. when a construction trailer broke loose from a truck and collided with at least five other vehicles, according to News 12.
This happened on Rt. 9 south, according to the Sayreville Office of Emergency Management.
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As of 9 a.m., Rt. 9 south is now open, but the left lane remains closed.
Rt. 9 south at the Edison Bridge remains closed, said Sayreville OEM. Please avoid the area and plan alternate routes.
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News 12 reports there were injuries; stay tuned for updates.
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