Woodbury, NJ – Joseph Nyandwaro, 41, of Perland, Texas, was sentenced today to 6 years in State Prison by the Honorable William Ziegler, J.S.C., pursuant to a plea agreement. Nyandwaro pled guilty to the charge in December.
According to documents filed in this case and statements made in open court:
Nyandwaro was driving a tractor trailer in Woolwich Township on June 22, 2025 when his vehicle collided with another tractor trailer. The second vehicle then struck a barrier. Its driver was killed in the incident. With the assistance of the trucking company, NJ State Troopers were able to locate Nyandwaro’s truck, which appeared to have been painted to alter its appearance. Video recorded by the vehicle depicted Nyandwaro crashing into the victim’s truck, sending the second vehicle into the left concrete barrier.
Prosecutor Andrew B. Johns thanked the New Jersey State Police for the investigation that led to the guilty plea and sentencing.
The State was represented by Assistant Prosecutor Jonathan Gilmore. Defense Counsel: James A. Abate, Esq. of Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC.
The County of Gloucester complies with all state and federal rules and regulations against discrimination in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, and activities. In addition, County encourages participation of people with disabilities in its programs and activities and offers special services to all residents 60 years of age and older. Inquiries regarding compliance may be directed to the County’s ADA Coordinator at (856) 384-6842/ New Jersey Relay Service 711.