Mike DiTondo Obituary, LOWER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Mike DiTondo, 56, has died following a fatal motor vehicle crash on Route 9 in the Erma section of Lower Township, New Jersey, on October 1, 2026. Another man was seriously injured in the collision.
According to the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, DiTondo was one of two occupants in a vehicle that was involved in the crash. A 36-year-old man who was also in the vehicle suffered serious injuries. Authorities have not released additional information about the injured man.
The fatal collision led to the arrest of 19-year-old Edward McVey of Erma. Following an investigation by the Lower Township Police Department and the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, McVey was charged with second-degree vehicular homicide involving DUI, third-degree assault by auto involving DUI, and fourth-degree assault by auto involving a handheld device.
Authorities announced the charges on October 2. The prosecutor’s office said the investigation remains ongoing, while additional details about the sequence of events and evidence supporting the charges have not been released.
McVey was lodged in the Cape May County Correctional Facility pending further court proceedings. The charges are allegations, and McVey is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
The death of DiTondo has brought grief to his family, loved ones and those who knew him. Details about his career, personal life, accomplishments and funeral or memorial arrangements were not provided by authorities.
As the investigation continues, the Lower Township Police Department and Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office are asking anyone with information about the crash to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office or by calling 609-465-1135.
Mike DiTondo, 56, is mourned following his sudden death on Route 9. His passing has left those closest to him facing a painful loss, and condolences go to his family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time. May his memory be remembered with peace and dignity.
