Crime & Safety

21-Year-Old 'Inexperienced' Driver Hits Wall, Dies In Crash At Wall Stadium

The victim was allegedly a 21-year-old who was considered an "inexperienced driver."

A 21-year driver who was considered “inexperienced” died during a race-clinic crash at Wall Stadium on Saturday, police said.

A driver who wished to remain anonymous, and was at the track just after the crash took place, said the victim was considered an “inexperienced driver.”

Multiple sources say she was a track crew member’s daughter who had been doing what’s called the “Driving Experience,” which attracts people from the public who wish to experience what it’s like to get behind the wheel of a race car.

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The accident occurred at 12:30 p.m. when a midget car struck a wall.

“Nothing more for awhile,” the State Police said on Twitter.

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The accident is under investigation.

The driver was rushed to a local hospital and was declared dead a short time later.

Troopers had not yet released the age, gender, or name of the deceased as they attempt to notify next of kin, according to NJ.com.

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