North Jersey Hit-and-Run Left Pedestrian Critically Injured

June 2, 2024
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The blue lights of a police car, set upon a blue sky background.
The blue lights of a police car, set upon a blue sky background.

GUTTENBERG, NJ – A hit-and-run incident in Guttenberg has left a pedestrian critically injured, prompting an investigation by the Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit and the Guttenberg Police Department.

The incident occurred early Saturday, just after 2:10 a.m. A 28-year-old man was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Park Avenue and 70th Street. The vehicle involved did not stay at the scene. First responders transported the severely injured man to Jersey City Medical Center, where he is currently listed in critical, yet stable condition.

Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance to gather more information about the incident. Anyone with relevant details is encouraged to contact the Office of the Hudson County Prosecutor at 201-915-1345. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at the Hudson County Prosecutor’s official website.