Early Tuesday morning in Ewing Township, a serious crash on Route 29 left two young men dead and a community reeling. At about 7:20 a.m. on March 10, police say 23‑year‑old Jaysen Young of Hamilton was driving northbound in a Nissan when his vehicle was struck by a Ford driven by 26‑year‑old Kyle Alleger of Ewing as Alleger tried to cross Route 29 from Lower River Road toward the southbound lanes. The force of that impact pushed both cars into oncoming traffic and brought traffic to a halt as first responders worked the scene.
Young was badly hurt in the collision and taken to a nearby hospital. Despite emergency treatment, he died from his injuries on Wednesday, leaving his family and friends devastated. Alleger was pronounced dead at the crash site. The losses have hit both families hard, with supporters and neighbors from Hamilton and Mercer County sharing grief and support in the days after the crash.
People who knew Young describe him as someone who lit up a room and cared deeply for the people around him. In casual conversation, neighbors said he was always up for helping others and had a ready smile, the sort of presence that makes a neighborhood feel like a community. Friends gathered on Wednesday evening to remember him, offering stories of laughter, kindness and the impact he had on those closest to him.
Alleger’s passing has also brought sorrow to those who knew him. In this small area of Mercer County, news like this spreads fast and touches many. Family members declined to speak publicly, but several friends posted messages online remembering him for his friendly nature and the times they shared growing up in the same township.
Law enforcement officials with the Ewing Police Department continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash, reviewing witness accounts and the scene details to determine what, if anything, might have prevented this tragedy. Traffic cameras and physical evidence from the site are part of that ongoing review.
Local leaders have urged drivers in the area to slow down and exercise caution at intersections along Route 29, especially during early morning hours when visibility can be limited and roads are busy with commuters heading to work. The community has also set up informal groups to offer support to the families impacted by this loss.
Funeral arrangements for both Young and Alleger are being finalized by their families. In the wake of the accident, memorials, flowers and messages of condolence have gathered at spots around the community where friends have chosen to pay their respects.
