NUTLEY, NJ — A 74-year-old woman from Belleville was struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk just after 8:00 a.m. yesterday, according to Nutley Police Director Alphonse Petracco and Chief Thomas Strumolo.
The victim was transported to a local hospital and remains in critical condition. Chief Strumolo noted that the driver failed to observe the pedestrian in the crosswalk.
In response, Nutley Police have emphasized their ongoing distracted driving campaign and heightened enforcement of pedestrian right-of-way laws. Authorities urge motorists to remain alert and yield to pedestrians.