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Fatal Jump From Bergen County High-Rise Building Under Investigation

Fort Lee

Officials in Bergen County are investigating an incident where a person jumped from a high rise building in Fort Lee late Saturday night.

According to preliminary reports, police responded to reports of a person attempting to jump several floors from 1600 Parker Avenue just before 10:50 p.m.

Upon arrival, emergency responders found the victim lying on the concrete unconscious and unresponsive.

Police say the unidentified person was pronounced dead at the scene.

Offcials have not reported foul play in the incident at this time.

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