NJ: Body Found in Burning Tow Truck

By: , Tow Squad News.       Published on:       Subscribe in a reader

Gender Still Undetermined, Autopsy Today

 

WARREN COUNTY, N.J. – Police in New Jersey are reaching out to the local towing community to hopefully help identify the remains of a body discovered in a burning tow truck over the weekend.

The truck was found in Warren County, about two hours west of New York City.  

It was discovered on Route 80 westbound, at a scenic overlook spot early Saturday afternoon.

State police responded to the call along with the Knowlton Township Volunteer Fire Department.  The blaze was quickly extinquished, at which point officers discovered the corpse.

Officials indicated the body was so severely burned that it is not yet known if the deceased was a man or woman.  An autopsy is expected to be conducted today.

Also unclear was the cause of the fire, and ownership of the tow truck.

The New Jersey State Police are investigating.

UPDATE     (Feb 25 7:29 p.m. EST)

According to The Express Times of New Jersey, prosecutors in Morris County are withholding further results from Monday’s autopsy and declining to release more detail about the victim.  

This may be out of deference to notifying family members.  An investigation is ongoing.

First Assistant Prosecutor Michael McDonald also could not confirm if fire was the actual cause of death, or if any elements of the fire suggest foul play.  

__________________________________________

Want to share your own story?
Contact Us
or call 888-603-2599.

This towing news story is brought to you by Tow Squad Towing News

  • Like texting-while-driving, on-board computer systems can represent a dangerous distraction from the road.

  • The widespread use of camera phones can inflate a single incident, and unfairly paint the reputation of an entire business.

  • An annual gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts in St. Louis ensnared local police this week, resulting ultimately in two deaths, dozens of arrests and nearly ninety bikes towed.

  • Tow owner in Penn. is suing local police chief, claiming his company has been denied tow work despite contract

  • Towing companies could be facing new local guidelines from OH Supreme Court decision…

View All Suggest event/story

2 Responses to NJ: Body Found in Burning Tow Truck

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

*

Cash Calls

CALLS = CA$H

Learn how our call center can earn you extra business and improve your ROI. Get calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

Industry Advisor

Industry Advisor

Looking to expand your business but don't know where to start? TOW SQUAD can help.

 
 
24/7 Immediate Response Towing & Roadside Assistance Call 855-869-7823!
Array
(
)

Array
(
)
::