East Rutherford, NJ (July 24, 2025) – A nighttime motorcycle crash near the American Dream mall claimed one life and left a passenger seriously injured, according to local authorities.

According to reports, the crash occurred around 9:23 p.m. on July 21 along the northbound side of Route 120. East Rutherford police arrived to find a severely damaged motorcycle and two victims. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger riding on the motorcycle was rushed to a nearby hospital with injuries that may be serious.

The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office confirmed that its Major Crimes Unit is working alongside the East Rutherford Police Department and the Fatal Accident Task Force to investigate the circumstances of the collision. The names of the victims have not been publicly released as the investigation remains active.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.

• The identities of the individuals involved have not been released pending notification of next of kin and official confirmation.
• Further updates regarding the cause of the crash and the medical status of the passenger will be provided as the investigation progresses.
• Local drivers may experience delays near Route 120 while authorities complete their work in the area.

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