- A 56-year-old woman was killed and seven others were injured after an SUV crashed into an outdoor dining patio at Meg's Grill on the Jersey Shore.
- The incident occurred around 11 a.m. on Saturday in Lavallette, New Jersey, when a 93-year-old driver reportedly hit the gas pedal instead of the brake while attempting to park.
- Seven restaurant patrons were hospitalized with varying degrees of injury, while the 93-year-old driver sustained minor injuries.
- The Lavallette Police Department has not yet publicly identified the driver or any of the victims involved in the crash.
- Meg's Grill temporarily closed following the tragedy to support staff members and show compassion for the victims and their families.
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