Crime & Safety
Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Hit-And-Run In Bergen County: Reports
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a car that fled the scene in Bergen County, according to reports.
DUMONT, NJ — A pedestrian died in a hit-and-run in Bergen County and authorities are reportedly searching for the driver.
A vehicle struck the pedestrian around 5:15 p.m. near Washington and Madison avenues in Dumont, Bergen County prosecutors said, according to multiple media outlets. The driver did not stay at the scene.
Dumont police wrote in a Facebook post Thursday night that West Madison Avenue was closed between Washington Avenue and Park Avenue due to an activate police investigation.
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"Avoid the area and expect delays," police said.
The pedestrian's name is being withheld until the family has been notified.
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A description of the vehicle wasn't immediately released.
Patch has reached out to the Bergen County prosecutor's office for details and will update when we hear back.
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