Passaic County authorities said at approximately 3:47 a.m. on Sunday, police responded to 275 Route 46 West in the Borough of Totowa in response to a report of a motor vehicle accident.
Upon their arrival, officers discovered that a 2018 Jeep Wrangler, operated by a 31-year old Morristown resident, struck Ahmed Idid, 24, of Rego Park, NY.
Officials said Mr. Idid was pronounced deceased at the scene at 4:11 a.m.
According to police, no other pedestrians or vehicles were involved.
The driver of the Jeep Wrangler remained on scene and produced a valid driver’s license.
No charges have been filed at this time, but the investigation remains active and ongoing.
The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact us on our tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or to contact the Totowa Police Department at (973) 790-3700.