LEBANON TWP. – A Warren County man has been identified as the victim of a fatal accident that happened on Thursday.
Hayden Balboa, 24, of Washington Township, owner of Califon-based SMY Landscape Services, died from injuries suffered while operating a wood chipper at a residence on Musconetcong Road on Thursday afternoon, Hunterdon County Prosecutor Anthony P. Kearns, III said.
High Bridge Fire and Rescue and paramedics from Hunterdon Medical Center in Raritan Township responded, it was stated in a news release. The accident was investigated by the prosecutor’s office and township police, Kearns and Police Chief Jack Gale said.
“This appears to be a tragic accident and our condolences go out to the family and friends of Mr. Balboa during this difficult time,” Kearns said.
According to SMY Landscape Services’ website and Facebook page, the company started in 2008. Balboa is listed as a 2010 graduate of Voorhees High School in Glen Gardner, according to NJ Advance Media archives.
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