Impaired Driver Crashes Into Police | Newark News

At 4 AM on a Sunday, a reckless drunk driver slammed into two police cruisers on Route 21, sparking a fiery crash that could’ve been catastrophic. Officer injuries, including one hit in the head, and dramatic escapes—like one cop diving over a divider—highlighted the chaos. The 32-year-old driver, Matthew Cancel, faces DWI, assault by auto, and multiple traffic tickets, with minor injuries and pending court. His passenger also suffered a shoulder injury. The incident shut down the highway, destroyed vehicles, and serves as a sobering reminder of the deadly consequences when impaired drivers target first responders. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/95c95ae5be0f28da