Authorities: Skillman resident fatally crashes into Delaware Raritan Canal

Rescue crews responded to the area near the canal and Grouser Road after a kayaker spotted a car in the water.

News 12 Staff

Aug 29, 2024, 10:22 AM

Updated 22 days ago

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A Skillman man was killed Saturday by a crash into the Delaware Raritan Canal in Franklin Township, according to authorities.
Officials say the 31-year-old driver hit a guardrail, causing the vehicle to go airborne and land in the canal.
Rescue crews responded to the area near the canal and Grouser Road after a kayaker spotted a car in the water.
A dive team then pulled the man from the car, according to officials.
Authorities say it is not clear what caused the driver to lose control.