Former Assembly member killed in Newark car crash – NBC New York

Published
March 30, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Newark, New Jersey
the collision happened at McCarter Highway and South Street
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Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Newark New Jersey in Newark, New Jersey: Alberto Coutinho, a 56-year-old former New Jersey Assembly member, was killed in a car crash in Newark, New Jersey. The other driver was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Mayor Ras Baraka and Senator Cory Booker praised him for his service and community involvement.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Alberto Coutinho Named in reporting

Original reporting

Former Assembly member killed in Newark car crash – NBC New York

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