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UPDATE: Paterson Resident Struck by Car on NJ-21 in April Dies

Passaic

Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Passaic Police Chief Luis A. Guzman announced that the pedestrian who was struck by a motor vehicle in the City of Passaic in April has died as a result of that crash.

Officials said in a statement doctors at Saint Joseph’s Regional Medical Center pronounced Mr. Emmanuel Perdomo, 27, of Paterson at 6:47 a.m. on Monday.

According to officials, on April 14, Mr. Perdomo was struck by a 2005 Honda Civic being operated by Luis J. Munoz, 57, of Passaic as he was walking on Route 21 North near mile marker 11.2.

Officials said after striking Mr. Perdomo, Mr. Munoz remained on the scene and provided a valid driver’s license.

The investigation remains active and ongoing.

The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact us on our tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact the Passaic Police Department at 973-365-3900.

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