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Man Surrenders in Hit-and-Run that Injured Three Children Newark

Newark

A man allegedly responsible for running down three children in the city's East Ward in early February has turned himself in according authorities.

Authorities said 26-year-old Christopher Cortico faces three counts of endangering the welfare of an injured person.

Cortico surrendered Friday morning after learning a warrant had been issued for his arrest authorities said.

A judge set Corticos's bail at $50,000

According to authorities, Cortico was driving a truck that struck three young children who are siblings on Feb. 2.

The children were hit in the middle of the street when the light changed as they walked home from school. They were treated at a hospital for cuts and bruises.

Authorities say the driver fled the scene of the accident, which occurred on Ferry and Jefferson streets.

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