Deptford Township, New Jersey — A 22-year-old social media influencer and model known to thousands of followers as “AYZIA J.” has died in a devastating overnight crash that also claimed the life of another young woman, according to New Jersey authorities.
Officials identified one of the victims as Ayzia J. Toledo, a Philadelphia-area resident who built a large online following through fashion, beauty and lifestyle content. The fatal crash occurred late Sunday night on a highway in Deptford Township, roughly 12 miles south of Philadelphia.
The incident remains under investigation as authorities work to determine what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway.
Police Say BMW Overturned Before Striking a Tree
According to the New Jersey State Police, Toledo was driving a BMW with two passengers when she lost control of the vehicle while traveling along the highway.
Investigators said the vehicle veered off the left side of the roadway, overturned and crashed into a tree, causing catastrophic damage.
“Toledo lost directional control of the vehicle, ran off the roadway to the left, overturned and struck a tree,” New Jersey State Police said.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but both Toledo and the front-seat passenger were pronounced dead after suffering fatal injuries.
Second Young Woman Also Lost Her Life
Authorities identified the second victim as Henrietta F. Carter, a 22-year-old woman from Darby, Pennsylvania.
Police said a third passenger, who had been sitting in the rear seat of the BMW, survived the crash with minor injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Officials have not released additional details regarding the surviving passenger’s condition.
The cause of the crash has not yet been determined, and investigators have not announced whether speed, weather or any other factors may have contributed to the collision.
Influencer Remembered by Thousands of Followers
Before her death, Toledo had built a significant online presence by sharing videos and photos centered on beauty, fashion and everyday life.
She had amassed more than 300,000 followers across social media platforms, including over 250,000 followers on TikTok and approximately 87,000 followers on Instagram.
Following the announcement of her passing, supporters flooded her social media pages with heartfelt tributes, remembering her for her personality, style and positive energy.
A GoFundMe campaign created in her memory described Toledo as someone with a bright future ahead.
“Ayzia was deeply loved by her family, cherished by her close friends, and admired by many throughout her community.”
The fundraiser also stated:
“Ayzia has gone home to Heaven to rest peacefully alongside her beloved mother and grandmother.”
Tragic Weekend for Online Content Creators
Toledo’s death came on the same day another young social media personality, 21-year-old Brianna Johnson, known online as DreamDoll Brii, was killed in a drive-by shooting while riding in a Lamborghini SUV in Miramar, Florida.
While the two incidents are unrelated, both tragedies have sparked an outpouring of grief across social media as followers mourn the loss of two young women whose lives ended far too soon.
Authorities continue investigating the fatal New Jersey crash and have not yet released additional information regarding what may have caused the vehicle to lose control.
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