Stafford Twp. - On July 20, 2024 at approximately 7:45 PM, a motor vehicle collision took place on State Highway 72 eastbound near mile 24.5, involving two passenger vehicles. A 2018 Subaru, driven by Justin Layer, 26, from Barnegat, was traveling east on Highway 72 when a 2023 Chevrolet Corvette, driven by Kevin Scoda, 24, from Edison, New Jersey, collided with him. Scoda's vehicle lost control, veered off the road, and crashed into a utility pole, subsequently engulfing in flames.  Prior to the arrival of police and emergency services, unidentified citizens managed to help Scoda out of his vehicle.  Kevin Scoda was transported to Southern Ocean Medical Center, where he succumbed to the injuries sustained in the accident. The Stafford Police Department extends its heartfelt condolences to Kevin Scoda's family during this painful time.  

Traffic was diverted off Route 72 eastbound for approximately two hours during the investigation. 

The crash is currently under investigation by Officer Justin Pascale. If anyone witnessed the incident or has dash cam footage, they are urged to contact 609-597-1189 X8436 or email jpascale@staffordpolice.org.