Newark --- Acting Essex County Prosecutor Robert D. Laurino and Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose announced today that the Essex County Prosecutor's Office Crash and Fire Unit, which includes a Newark Police detective, is investigating a fatal hit and run.
According to authorities, the victim has been identified as Ms. Alyce Grady, 53, of Newark.
Police said at approximately 12:36 a.m. Sunday, Police responded to the intersection of South Orange and South Munn avenues where the victim was hit by a car while crossing the street.
Medical staff pronounced Grady dead at the scene at 12:52 a.m. police said.
The Essex County Prosecutor's Office is looking for a white Hyundai sedan, a model between 2015 and 2018, that may have front bumper damage.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide/Major Crimes tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC.
The investigation is active and ongoing.