New Jersey pedestrian critically injured after stopping to retrieve fallen barbecue grill on busy Gloucester County road

On Monday night, a Gloucester County pickup truck hit a man carrying a broken barbecue grill. He may die from injuries. Police say a pickup truck grill fell off at Main Street and Lambs Road in Mantua Township, New Jersey, at 7:30 p.m. Someone left the truck and crossed the road to clarify.

The grill fell off a pickup truck heading north on Main Street. Both truckers had to leave. Police say a pickup truck heading north on the same street hit one of the men. An injured person was taken to Cooper University Hospital in Camden. Situation was critical but stable. As the investigation continues, no names have been released.

The crash investigation closed Main Street for two hours. The charges are unknown. The accident illustrates the dangers of roadside obstacle removal while driving. These situations require extra caution from drivers and passengers.

Drivers are reminded to secure loads and cargo before traveling after Mantua Township. Unsecured road debris endangers the exporting vehicle and other drivers. Locals worried about the wreckage and traffic while emergency workers and investigators determine what happened.

Please report crash footage to local police so they can investigate. Hospitalized victim. They say learning how the pickup truck grill fell off and the second car hit a sidewalk pedestrian will teach safety.

This case shows that to keep roads safe, be aware of dangers, secure your load, and avoid traffic lanes. Drivers in New Jersey should remain vigilant as police gather more information.

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