Tragedy Strikes: Nazareth Woman Dies in Head-On Collision with NJ Driver in Hanover Township

A devastating collision on Route 512 in Hanover Township, Northampton County, has claimed the life of a 63-year-old Nazareth woman, Kathleen Brey. The tragic incident, which occurred on Sunday, September 14, 2025, involved a head-on crash with a New Jersey driver, according to Pennsylvania State Police.

Authorities reported that the fatal accident unfolded around 5:40 p.m.

Brey was driving her 2013 Honda Civic northbound on Route 512, also known as Bath Pike, just north of Colony Drive. As she attempted to make a left turn into a driveway, her vehicle was struck by a southbound 2017 Honda Accord. The Accord was driven by a 22-year-old man from Union, New Jersey, whose identity has not been released.

The impact of the collision was severe, resulting in critical injuries to Ms.

Brey. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, but tragically, Kathleen Brey was pronounced dead at the site of the crash. The Northampton County Coroner's Office was also dispatched to the scene, underscoring the gravity of the incident.

Pennsylvania State Police are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

As of now, no charges have been filed in connection with the fatal collision. Investigators will be examining all factors, including vehicle speeds, road conditions, and driver actions, to determine the exact cause of the accident.

The community mourns the loss of Kathleen Brey, whose life was cut short in this tragic event.

As the investigation continues, the focus remains on understanding how such a devastating accident could occur, and whether any preventable measures could have averted this profound loss.