South River, New Jersey – Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Mark Tinitigan of the South River Police Department are requesting assistance from the public in an ongoing investigation regarding a hit-and-run incident.
On July 7, 2023, at approximately 4:21 PM, the South River police responded to a report of a hit and run at the intersection of Whitehead Avenue and Russell Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 14-year-old boy who had been struck by a white work van while riding his bicycle. The victim was transported to the hospital for medical attention but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
Law enforcement agencies are actively investigating the incident and are urging individuals with any relevant information or potential witnesses to come forward and provide details.
Detective Sergeant John Kenney of the South River Police Department can be reached at (732) 254-9002 ext. 106, while Sergeant Jonathan Berman of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office can be contacted at (732) 745-4328.