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Pedestrian Killed by Car in Newark's Central Ward

Newark

The Essex County Prosecutor's Office responded to an incident where a vehicle struck a male causing fatal injuries in Newark's Central Ward this afternoon. 

According to the county officials, at approximately 3:10 p.m., Newark Police responded to reports of an injured person in the area of Spruce and Montgomery streets. 

Upon arrival, police found a severely injured, unconscious and unresponsive man lying on the ground at that location.

The Essex County Prosecutor's Office said the adult male was pronounced dead a short time later. 

A preliminary investigation indicated that the victim might have been repairing his car when he was struck.

The investigation remains active and ongoing. 

 

 

 

 

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