UPDATE: A pedestrian was seriously injured in a shocking crash just before midnight on New Year’s Eve in Elizabeth, New Jersey. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on December 31, 2023, in the 400 block of North Broad Street, where the victim was struck by a vehicle.
According to city officials, surveillance footage revealed the pedestrian walking in the road towards Parker Road moments before the collision. Emergency responders found the victim unconscious and breathing, suffering from a significant injury to the right eyebrow.
The victim was quickly transported to University Hospital in Newark, where they remain unconscious as of Thursday morning, January 1, 2024.
The driver involved in the accident stayed at the scene and has not been charged, according to Elizabeth police. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, and updates are expected as the situation develops.
This incident raises urgent concerns regarding pedestrian safety, particularly during busy holiday celebrations when foot traffic is high. Local residents and officials are likely to call for increased awareness and safety measures on high-traffic streets.
As authorities continue their investigation, community members are urged to remain vigilant and report any additional information that could aid in understanding the events leading up to this serious crash.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
