The crash occurred just after 2 a.m. Saturday in Teaneck. Police say Teddy Mejia, 32, was driving along Teaneck Road when he hit a tree.
Mejia survived the crash with injuries, but two passengers died at the scene. Police have not released their names.
Mejia was taken to the hospital. He will be jailed upon his release. Charges against him include vehicular homicide.
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