By: Richard L. Smith
Earlier today, Newark's Public Safety Director, Fritz Fragé, reported that at approximately 6:30 a.m., the Newark Police Department swiftly responded to an emergency call regarding a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Prince Street and Court Street.
The preliminary investigation indicated that an adult female driver was the unfortunate victim of a hit-and-run collision.
Officials said the other driver involved sped from the scene of the accident, leaving the injured party without aid.
The collision had severe consequences, causing the female driver to collide with two parked cars before her vehicle became inextricably trapped in the wreckage.
In a testament to the swift response of Newark's finest, the Newark Firefighters managed to successfully extricate the victim from her vehicle.
The injured driver was promptly transported to University Hospital to receive necessary medical treatment.
Fortunately, she is reported to be in stable condition, offering a glimmer of hope amid the troubling circumstances.
Authorities have launched an investigation into this incident, with the Newark Police Department working diligently to gather information, identify the hit-and-run perpetrator, and bring them to justice.
The Newark community is encouraged to come forward with any information they may have regarding this incident.
The search for the driver responsible for this reckless hit-and-run continues.
