By: Jeff Sommes
A pedestrian was left with severe injuries after being hit by a vehicle on a busy roadway in Eatontown Monmouth County on Friday evening.
The accident occurred just before 8 p.m., near 271 NJ-36, prompting immediate response from local police following reports of an injured individual.
Upon arrival, officers found an unconscious and unresponsive male on the road, leading them to call for Emergency Medical Services urgently.
First responders administered CPR to the victim in an effort to stabilize his condition before he was transported for further medical attention.
The circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation, with authorities working to determine the cause of the accident and the sequence of events that led to the pedestrian's critical injuries.
The area of NJ-36, where the incident took place, is known for its heavy traffic, particularly during evening hours, raising concerns about pedestrian safety on busy roadways.