FRANKLIN, NJ — A worker was fatally hit by a commercial vehicle in the employer's parking lot on Friday night in Franklin Township, said Public Safety Director Lloyd N. Fredericks.
On Oct. 23 at around 6:18 p.m., police were called to a business on Commerce Drive for a pedestrian hit by a commercial vehicle.
A preliminary investigation indicates the pedestrian, an employee of the company, was hit by a commercial vehicle while the vehicle was being driven in the parking lot, according to police.
"This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts are with everyone affected by this loss," said Public Safety Director Lloyd N. Fredericks. "Our department is conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash."
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information related to the crash is encouraged to contact Officer Jelani Lanier at 732-873-5533 ext. 3246.
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