Motorcyclist Thomas Fischkelta killed after striking guardrail in New Bergen, New Jersey

Modified Date: 
Fri, 05/22/2015 - 11:15am
Accident Date: 
Sunday, September 21, 2014

Man killed in North Bergen motorcycle crash

The man, whom police have not identified, crashed his 2005 Yamaha motorcycle at about 3:35 a.m. just south of Route 3, North Bergen Police Lt. Angelo Forese said.

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The motorcycle landed on its side, and Fischkelta was thrown from the bike, sliding 250 feet before stopping, he said. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The roadway was closed for several hours during the investigation.

People Involved: 
Thomas Fischkelta
Roadway: 
Tonnelle Avenue
Area: 
Trenton-NJ

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