Egg Harbor Twp, NJ – Pedestrian Dies in Hit-&-Run on Black Horse Pike
Egg Harbor Twp., NJ (February 19, 2025) – On Tuesday, February 18, a pedestrian was killed after a hit-and-run collision in the Egg Harbor Township area. The fatal crash took place on Black Horse Pike in front of the Economy Inn in the West Atlantic City section late that evening at around 8 p.m. The victim was traveling on foot when they were struck by an oncoming motor vehicle.
The at-fault driver fled the scene without providing aid to the involved parties. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene after being notified of a person lying on the roadway. Despite life-saving aid, the injured party suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. The area was temporarily shut down as emergency crews were present. The identity of the deceased victim has not yet been provided, and officials are currently seeking information regarding the identity of the at-fault driver and a description of the suspect vehicle. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is underway.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
New Jersey Deadly Hit-&-Run Accidents
A hit-and-run can be extremely devastating. Not only could there be serious injuries, but the perpetrator may also flee the scene. You might not know who is responsible. Careless drivers should be held accountable in the event of a deadly crash. There have been a lot more hit-and-run deaths in the past few years. About 737,100 hit-and-runs were reported across the country in a recent year, which means that someone left the scene of an accident almost every 43 seconds. These accidents claim thousands of lives every year, and the number keeps increasing. If someone you care about dies in an accident, you should be ready to file a wrongful death claim with the help of a skilled personal injury lawyer.
A deadly crash will change your life forever. Your family and the deceased deserve justice. A diligent Egg Harbor Township wrongful death lawyer will be ready to fight for you. The legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is here to fight for you during this difficult time. If you are ready to get to work on your case, we are just a phone call away. Contact our offices today at (800) 923-3456 to discuss your case with a compassionate and diligent attorney.
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