Tragedy in Brick: 24-Year-Old Man Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — A fatal pedestrian crash in Brick Township is under investigation after a 24-year-old man was struck and killed late Saturday night, according to authorities.

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that Brick Township Police officers responded to the area of Brick Boulevard and North Lake Shore Drive at approximately 11:30 p.m. on October 24, 2026, following reports of a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a 24-year-old male in the roadway suffering from fatal injuries. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased as a result of the crash.

According to a preliminary investigation conducted by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit-Vehicular Homicide Squad and the Brick Township Police Department, the pedestrian was crossing Brick Boulevard at the intersection of North Lake Shore Drive when he was struck by a southbound Ford Taurus.

Investigators said the driver continued traveling a short distance after the impact before pulling over and walking back to the scene.

No charges have been announced at this time as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deadly collision.

The investigation is being conducted by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit-Vehicular Homicide Squad, Brick Township Police Department, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, and the Ocean County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Officials have not yet released the identity of the victim pending additional investigation and notification procedures.

Anyone with information related to the crash is encouraged to contact authorities.

Source: Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office