Child Killed, Roselle Park Woman Injured in Upper Freehold Crash

A traffic accident in Upper Freehold Township on Saturday morning resulted in a child fatality and serious injury to a Roselle Park resident. The New Jersey State Police is investigating the incident.

The crash occurred around 11 a.m. Saturday on Emleys Hill Road in a parking lot shared by Screamin' Hill Brewery and Bullock Farms. According to State Police, an SUV backed out of a parking space and struck two pedestrians.

Ellen Gabriel, 66, of Roselle Park, was seriously injured in the accident. She was transported to an area hospital for treatment. The State Police has not released the age of the child who was killed in the crash.

As of Sunday, October 6, 2026, the investigation remains ongoing. No further details about the cause of the accident, vehicle operator, or circumstances surrounding the backup have been released.

Screamin' Hill Brewery and Bullock Farms both posted on social media Saturday that they were closed due to an emergency in the parking lot. Both businesses remained closed on Sunday.

The New Jersey State Police continues to investigate the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the State Police.

FAQ

Q: What happened in the Upper Freehold parking lot crash?

A: On Saturday, October 5, 2026, around 11 a.m., an SUV backed out of a parking space in a lot shared by Screamin' Hill Brewery and Bullock Farms on Emleys Hill Road in Upper Freehold Township. The SUV struck two pedestrians. One child was killed and one Roselle Park resident was seriously injured.

Q: Who was injured in the crash?

A: Ellen Gabriel, 66, of Roselle Park, was seriously injured in the crash. She was transported to an area hospital. The State Police has not released the age of the child who was killed.

Q: Is the investigation complete?

A: No. As of October 6, 2026, the New Jersey State Police is continuing to investigate the incident. No information has been released about the vehicle operator or the circumstances surrounding the backup.

Q: Were the businesses affected by the incident?

A: Yes. Both Screamin' Hill Brewery and Bullock Farms, which share the parking lot, posted on social media that they were closed Saturday due to an emergency in the parking lot. Both businesses remained closed on Sunday, October 6.

Q: How can I report information about this incident?

A: Anyone with information about the crash is encouraged to contact the New Jersey State Police. Contact information can be found through the State Police website.