Car Crashes Into Restaurant, Injuring Eight

Tragedy struck on Saturday when a vehicle crashed into Meg's Grill in Lavallette, a coastal community. The incident resulted in one fatality and left seven individuals injured, who were subsequently transported to the hospital. Authorities reported that the driver mistakenly applied the accelerator instead of the brake.

While the restaurant's staff were confirmed safe, the building's exterior wall suffered significant damage, as seen in images from the scene. Meg's Grill announced it would remain closed on Sunday and Monday but anticipated reopening on Tuesday. The proximity of the restaurant to the local police department was noted.