KEARNY TOWNSHIP, NJ — A tragic multi-vehicle accident early Sunday morning on I-280 in northern New Jersey resulted in the death of an e-bike rider, state police confirmed. Kyle Silas, 52, from Orange, was identified as the victim in the crash that occurred around 4:34 a.m.
According to State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron, Silas was riding his Fly Wing electric motorcycle westbound near milepost 16 when his bike initially collided with a car. The initial impact caused his e-bike to then strike a nearby SUV. Silas was ejected from the bike and subsequently hit by another sedan passing through the area.
The series of collisions highlights the dangers faced by e-bike riders on busy interstates, particularly during early morning hours. State police are continuing to investigate the specifics of the crash.