Fatal Accident
Investigation: An accident is, by its very nature, an unintended
event. But just because it's unintended does not relieve those involved
from responsibility for the accident's outcome. There are a number of
things a driver can do which can end up with unintended results, such
as the death of another motorist, pedestrian or even a passenger in
his own car. If it's the case that the incident resulted from an intoxicated
driver, someone out joyriding, evading the police or driving an unsafe
vehicle, that driver could be criminally liable for his actions. It's
in these cases that the FATAL ACCIDENT UNIT of the Middlesex County
Prosecutor's Office is called to action. The Unit is staffed by investigators
specially trained to handle these cases. Their job includes the photo-documentation
of the scene, collection of evidence, developing a detailed diagram
of the event, detailed examination of the vehicles involved and ultimately
reconstructing the accident. A fatal accident investigation is unlike
any other homicide and the resulting penalties be as severe. Prosecuting
these offenders plays a vital role in the overall public safety. If
you witness a serious accident or have information you feel may be helpful
to the investigation, contact your local police or the FATAL ACCIDENT
UNIT.
