By: Richard L. Smith
Authorities in Newark are investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Sunday morning in the city's South Ward.
The incident took place around 3:30 a.m. near the intersection of Weequahic Avenue and Bergen Street.
Emergency responders, including police, EMS, and fire units, were dispatched after multiple 911 calls reported a crash with injuries.
Upon arrival, they discovered a vehicle that had collided with a tree.
One person inside the car was found unconscious and unresponsive and was pronounced dead at the scene.
No other serious injuries were reported, and the cause of the crash is under active investigation.