BAYONNE, NJ – More details about a hit-and-run accident in Bayonne last week that left one person dead have come to light, according to a local news report.
John Hagans, 50, of Jersey City, was struck by a dark-colored car while attempting to cross the street on Avenue C on Thursday night. That car left the scene after striking Hagans at about 10:20 p.m. and left the victim lying in the roadway. A New Jersey Transit bus then ran over the pedestrian.
The bus driver stopped at the scene and contacted emergency workers about the accident.
On Saturday morning, 50-year-old John Nichols, the suspected driver of the dark-colored vehicle, turned himself in to the police. He is facing charges for leaving the crash scene.
The New Jersey pedestrian accident attorneys of Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers provide these blog posts to keep our neighbors informed about accidents across the Garden State. They should not be construed as legal advice. However, if you or someone you love has been injured on the road and someone else is at fault, we would like to discuss your case with you. Contact us today to begin a free, no-obligation consultation.
Written by: Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers Last Updated : December 16, 2021