An off-duty New Jersey State Police trooper has been charged in connection with a high-speed crash that killed a motorcyclist earlier this year. Authorities say the trooper, identified as 28-year-old Myles E. Crosby, was driving at around 100 miles per hour when the incident took place on January 13 in South Brunswick.
According to the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office, Crosby was off duty at the time and driving his personal vehicle—a Dodge Charger.
He was reportedly engaged in a high-speed encounter with 22-year-old motorcyclist Barry George Jr. on Route 130.
The two were allegedly speeding alongside each other when Crosby’s vehicle collided with George’s motorcycle. The impact threw George off his bike and caused fatal injuries. He was pronounced dead shortly after.
Prosecutors revealed that data from Crosby’s car showed he was driving over 100 mph just moments before the crash.
Witnesses also confirmed that both vehicles were speeding at the time of the collision. Authorities believe this was not a random accident but a case of reckless driving.
The prosecutor’s office said that Crosby continued driving for some distance after the crash before pulling over. He then returned to the scene on foot. Emergency crews and police arrived shortly after, but George could not be saved. An autopsy confirmed that he died due to injuries caused by the crash.
Crosby was arrested last week and now faces charges including second-degree death by auto, which could carry significant jail time if convicted. He has also been charged with reckless driving and leaving the scene of a fatal crash. His attorney has said that Crosby is cooperating fully with the investigation.
New Jersey State Police have confirmed that Crosby has been suspended without pay pending the outcome of the case. The department stated that it takes these allegations very seriously and is conducting an internal review alongside the criminal investigation.
Family and friends of the victim, Barry George Jr., are demanding justice. George was described as a passionate motorcyclist and a kind-hearted young man. His loved ones say they are devastated by the loss and want accountability from the officer involved.
The crash has raised serious questions about how law enforcement officers behave when off duty. Many are now asking if more training and stricter rules are needed to prevent such tragedies from happening again.
Officials have not released further details about Crosby’s background, including how long he has served with the State Police. However, his actions on the night of the crash have now become the center of a growing legal and public concern.
The case is still under investigation, and Crosby is expected to appear in court soon. Meanwhile, George’s family continues to mourn, holding onto memories of a life that ended far too soon.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of how dangerous reckless driving can be, especially when it involves those sworn to protect the public. As the legal process moves forward, the public will be closely watching to see how the justice system handles a case involving one of its own.