By: Richard L. Smith
In a devastating incident that unfolded this afternoon in Paterson, a pedestrian lost their life while another suffered severe injuries after being struck by a van near the intersection of Broadway and Rosa Parks Boulevard.
The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office was alerted to the scene, where a grim scene greeted first responders around noon.
According to preliminary reports, an out-of-control van veered onto the sidewalk, colliding with a pedestrian and a person on a scooter that was in its path.
The impact of the collision was catastrophic, resulting in one fatality with the victim pinned under the weight of the van.
Paterson Police swiftly established a crime scene, marking the beginning of a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
The identity of the deceased and the injured individual has not yet been disclosed, pending notification of their families.
As the investigation unfolds, law enforcement authorities will work diligently to piece together the events leading up to this devastating collision.
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