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Newark Man Killed by Stolen Car Driven Recklessly While he Crossed Springfield Avenue

Newark

Essex County officials announced today that the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force and the Newark Police Department are investigating a fatal pedestrian incident.

Police said on Sunday, Sept. 12, at approximately 9:17 p.m. Mr. Rajon Collins, 42, of Newark was struck in the area of Springfield Avenue and South 18th Street in Newark by a speeding stolen vehicle. 

EMS transported Collins to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 9:50 p.m.

Officials said the investigation is active and ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

All calls will be kept confidential.

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