NJ driver gets into crash while swatting away bug inside car: cops

A 19-year-old Tesla driver from Washington Township, New Jersey, caused an accident after swatting a bug that flew into his car. According to the police, the driver was going east on Route 57 near Nikitin Way in Hackettstown when the insect started flying around his face. In an attempt to swat it away, the driver lost control of his car and ended up rear-ending a 2017 Honda driven by a 19-year-old woman. The Honda then hit a guardrail. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured, although the Tesla driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries and refused medical attention. The driver was charged with careless driving.

In response to the event, the local police department issued a press release advising drivers to be cautious if they encounter an insect in their vehicle while driving. The department suggested that drivers keep their eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, slow down gradually, and pull over if possible.

FAQs

Q: How did the accident happen?

A: The Tesla driver lost control of his car while trying to swat a bug that flew into his car, causing him to rear-end the Honda and for the Honda to hit a guardrail.

Q: Was anyone seriously injured?

A: No, the Tesla driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries and refused medical attention, while the driver of the Honda was not hurt.

Q: Was the Tesla driver charged with anything?

A: Yes, he was charged with careless driving.

Q: What did the police department advise drivers to do if they encounter an insect in their vehicle while driving?

A: The department suggested that drivers keep their eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, slow down gradually, and pull over if possible.

Cops report NJ motorist’s involvement in accident after attempting to fend off an insect in the car.