3 men in their 20s from Millville, NJ, killed in Vineland crash

Authorities in Cumberland County have released more information about a horrific crash in Vineland Saturday morning that killed three people.

The Vineland Police Department has identified the victims as 23-year-old Ian P. Rodriguez, 26-year-old Joquan Carter, and 24-year-old Shamere Bryant, all from Millville.

Authorities say a preliminary investigation revealed Rodriguez was driving a 2006 BMW westbound on Millville-Mays Landing Road at a high rate of speed when it suddenly left the roadway as it approached the intersection with Panther Rd. The vehicle then struck a utility pole, lost control, and overturned while striking an irrigation winch on a nearby farm.

The two passengers in the vehicle, Carter and Bryant, were ejected.

All three men were pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information pertaining to the crash is asked to contact Ofc. Anthony Capelli with the Vineland Police Department (856) 691-4111.