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Elderly Woman Struck by Dirt Bike in Newark's North Ward

Newark

EMS transported an 86-year-old woman to an area hospital after she was struck by a dirt bike in the city's North Ward earlier this evening.

The incident happened in the area of Woodside Avenue and Coeyman Street shortly after 5 p.m. when the male operator of the bike reportedly lost control after speeding down the street, the then struck the woman.

The suspect fled the scene according to authorities.

The woman's injuries were no considered life threatening.

Police are searching several blocks for the suspect.