A fatal crash on Tonnelle Avenue in North Bergen resulted in two deaths on September 28, 2025.
Authorities confirmed that 20-year-old Joseph Aziz of Jersey City and 24-year-old Bryan Rivera of North Bergen were pronounced dead at the scene. The collision involved Aziz’s Honda Accord and a Toyota Corolla driven by Rivera.
The incident occurred as North Bergen Police Lieutenant Jason Appello pursued Aziz’s vehicle due to a reported traffic violation. Moments later, the Honda Accord collided with the Corolla between 50th and 51st streets.
Emergency responders, including the North Bergen Police Department, arrived swiftly to manage the situation. Lane closures were implemented while the scene was investigated.
Video footage and radio communications related to the crash have been released by the Attorney General’s Office, offering multiple perspectives from surveillance and police dash cameras. Authorities said the investigation is ongoing.