Wayne Resident Killed After SUV Crashes and Flips in Passaic County Rollover Accident Under Investigation
A tragic traffic incident in Passaic County claimed the life of a 38-year-old Wayne resident over the weekend after his SUV was involved in a serious rollover crash, according to local authorities.
Officials have identified the victim as Degron Mann, who was driving through the 900 block of Main Avenue in Passaic when the crash occurred shortly before 1 p.m. on Saturday. Police say the SUV first collided with a parked vehicle before overturning and landing on its roof.
Emergency responders reached the scene quickly, but Mann did not survive his injuries and was pronounced dead following the crash.
Local authorities are continuing their investigation into what caused the accident. According to Passaic Mayor Hector Lora, investigators are also looking into the possibility that Mann may have experienced a medical emergency moments before the crash, which could have contributed to the loss of control of the vehicle.
Officials confirmed that Mann was a resident of Wayne and had family connections in Passaic. The incident has left the local community in shock, with condolences being shared by city leadership.
Mayor Lora described the crash as a heartbreaking incident and extended sympathy to the victim’s family. He acknowledged the emotional impact on Mann’s loved ones, including his children, parents, and siblings, as the community comes to terms with the sudden loss.
Authorities have not released further details regarding the exact cause of the crash, and the investigation remains active as officials work to determine the sequence of events leading up to the rollover.
Accidents like this highlight the importance of ongoing road safety awareness and the unpredictable nature of sudden medical or mechanical emergencies while driving. Investigators are expected to continue reviewing evidence from the scene in the coming days.
Sources:
Passaic County law enforcement authorities
Statements from Passaic Mayor Hector Lora
Local police investigation updates
