The community of Lawrence Township, New Jersey, is mourning the loss of Rickey Boone Jr., who tragically passed away in a single-vehicle accident late Thursday night, April 30, 2026.
The Incident
Time and Location: The crash occurred at approximately 11:07 p.m. on Brunswick Pike (Route 1) northbound, near the Kelly Viaduct and the entrance to the Quaker Bridge Mall.
The Accident: According to the Lawrence Township Police, Rickey was driving a 2012 Honda CR-V when he lost control of the vehicle. The SUV left the roadway and plunged into a nearby body of water.
Emergency Response: A witness reported hearing the crash and seeing the vehicle in the water. Responding officers from the Lawrence Township Police Department, along with the Lawrence Township Fire Department and the Trenton Fire Department’s Water Rescue Team, arrived to find the vehicle submerged.
Outcome: Divers from the water rescue team located Rickey inside the vehicle. He was the sole occupant and was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation and Status
As of Saturday, May 2, 2026, the investigation is ongoing:
Lead Agencies: The Lawrence Township Police Department and the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office Serious Collision Response Team are handling the case.
Findings: Preliminary investigations suggest that no other vehicles were involved in the accident. Authorities are still working to determine the factors that led to Rickey losing control of the SUV.
Remembering Rickey Boone Jr.
Rickey is being remembered by friends and family for his presence in the community. Tributes have begun to circulate as those who knew him process the sudden news of the accident.
Service and Obituary Information
Because the accident occurred just over 24 hours ago, formal funeral arrangements and a full obituary have not yet been publicly released.
Public Appeal: Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has additional information to contact the Lawrence Township Police Department at 609-844-7125.
Memorials: Information regarding memorial services is expected to be shared by his family or local funeral homes in the Mercer County area later this week.
