The Gloucester Township police were investigating an accident that happened on a Thursday morning at about 1:55 am. Crews were called after a report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in the area of Kearsley Road and Hazeltop Drive.
Initial information provided to dispatchers indicated that the pedestrian was standing in the lane of travel when the accident occurred. They then went onto the hood of the vehicle before being thrown onto the grassy area nearby. The driver stopped the vehicle after the accident and was waiting for the police to arrive.
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Providing Pedestrians with Support
When local rescue teams arrived, they located the pedestrian on the side of the road and administered aid. They then stabilized the victim at the scene before transporting them to the hospital for care. The last update indicates that the pedestrian was in critical condition at Cooper Trauma Center. The driver and their passenger were not hurt.
Police issued a warning in response to the accident that if they are walking in dark areas, they should wear reflective or bright-colored clothing and avoid walking in the roadway when there are sidewalks present. Additionally, they suggest using a cellphone light as a warning device for drivers approaching.
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