Rescuers were called to the scene of an accident at East Sherman and South Lincoln avenues in Vineland at around 6 am Saturday morning. Initial reports indicated that the driver struck a pedestrian and then fled the scene. The pedestrian died from their injuries. Talk to a Vineland pedestrian accident lawyer at Kwartler Manus today.
Driver Identified and Cited
Through the initial investigation, police determined that the vehicle was a Ford Mustang and that a person from Bridgerton was driving it eastbound on East Sherman Avenue towards Lincoln. That is when the driver saw the pedestrian in the lane of travel. The driver claimed they did not believe the vehicle struck the pedestrian, but told police they swerved away from the victim.
After stopping and staying at the scene for a few moments without seeing the pedestrian on the roadway, the driver left. Police later found the Mustang and stopped it. Damage to the vehicle demonstrates where the driver struck the pedestrian. The driver was cited for leaving the scene of the collision that caused a death and failing to report the collision. She has yet to be criminally charged.
How Your Family Can Fight Through Difficult Cases
When your loved one loses their life as a result of another driver’s reckless behavior, you have the right to seek financial compensation and justice. At Kwartler Manus, our hit-and-run accident lawyer in Vineland can provide you with clarity on your legal rights. Contact us now to learn more through a free, no-risk consultation.
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