Overview
- The crash occurred around 12:20 p.m. Tuesday at the Newark Avenue gym in Elizabeth, according to police.
- A 72-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene, and others were injured, including three employees, the 69-year-old driver, and a 59-year-old member.
- Chopper and on-site video showed a maroon Jeep fully inside the facility before a tow truck removed it and the storefront was boarded up.
- Officials said the building sustained structural damage and has been ordered closed until inspections are completed.
- Investigators have not determined a cause and say no possibilities are ruled out; Planet Fitness offered condolences and thanked first responders.