A woman was struck and killed by a car Wednesday in Somerset County. According to the North Plainfield Police Department, she was crossing Norwood Avenue near the intersection of Manning Avenue when she was struck. North Plainfield Fire and Emergency Medical Services transported the victim to Robert Wood Johnson New Brunswick Hospital, where she died of her injuries the following day.
Police said the driver remained at the scene, but no charges have been filed. The accident is currently under investigation. Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact the North Plainfield Police Department Traffic Safety Unit at 908-769-2931 or the North Plainfield Police Department Criminal Investigation Unit at 908-769-2937.
Anyone with photos or videos of the accident can submit them anonymously through tips@northplainfieldnj.gov. All anonymous TIPS e-mail reports will be kept confidential.
Pedestrianshave the right of way at all intersections, marked and unmarked crosswalks, crossing a major roadway during red lights, or crossing on green signals. New Jersey drivers must stop for pedestrians crossing marked crosswalks in the same lane or lane the driver is turning into, or still crossing when traffic lights turn green.
If you have been injured by a motorist as a pedestrian, contact the experienced pedestrian accident lawyers at Rebenack, Aronow & Mascolo, LLP today at 732-247-3600 or visit us online to schedule a free consultation. Located in New Brunswick, Somerville, and Freehold, New Jersey, we serve clients in Middlesex County, Monmouth County, and Somerset County.