Urgent Manhunt Underway in Bridgeton for Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed Pedestrian

Bridgeton, NJ – A pall of grief and urgency hangs over the community of Bridgeton as local authorities intensify their search for a hit-and-run driver responsible for the tragic death of a pedestrian last fall. Police are issuing a heartfelt plea to the public for assistance in identifying the individual behind the wheel of a black Ford Expedition that fatally struck a 34-year-old man.

The devastating incident unfolded in the early morning hours of Monday, October 23, 2023, around 5:10 a.m.

The victim, a Bridgeton resident whose name has not been released, was walking near the intersection of E. Commerce Street and South Avenue when he was struck by the vehicle. Emergency responders pronounced the man dead at the scene, leaving a community shaken and a family heartbroken.

Investigators from the Bridgeton Police Department, supported by the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office, have released crucial details about the suspect vehicle.

They are actively searching for a black Ford Expedition, believed to be from the 2007 to 2014 model years. Distinctive damage to the front driver's side of the vehicle is a key identifying feature. Authorities are urging anyone who may have seen this specific vehicle, or has information regarding its whereabouts or the identity of its driver, to come forward.

The call for justice is strong, and a $1,000 reward is being offered by the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office for information that directly leads to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for this heinous crime.

Community members with any potential leads, no matter how small they may seem, are encouraged to contact Detective Mark Mosiniak of the Bridgeton Police Department at 856-451-0033, or Detective Ryan Wells of the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office at 856-453-0486.

This tragic loss underscores the importance of community vigilance and cooperation.

Every piece of information could be vital in bringing closure to the victim’s family and ensuring that justice is served for a life senselessly cut short. Let us stand together to help solve this critical case.