22 October 2011

Corrections Officer Struck in Newark Hit-and-Run

Corrections Officer Struck in Newark Hit-and-Run

Police are investigating a hit-and-run accident involving a state corrections officer in Newark.

The officer was walking in the area of Bloomfield Avenue and Mount Prospect Avenue when he was struck, according to the Essex County Prosecutor's Office.

The officer, who has not been identified, is in critical condition at University Hospital.

Newark Police said they've located the suspect and the vehicle on Clifton Avenue.

The prosecutor's office said more information will be released as it becomes available.

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