Family Hopes Driver That Killed Short Hills Mom Confesses: Report

SHORT HILLS, NJ - After two weeks of investigation into the hit-and-run death of Lynne Crow, her family told CBS2 they are hoping the driver responsible will turn themselves in.

“It’s excruciatingly terrible how she died," Sandy Crow said in the report. "I hope that the person finds it in their conscience, or turns themselves in, or the cops find him or whatever.”

Crow told CBS2 that his 76-year-old mother was incredibly active, walking everyday and running three miles several times a week. Crow noted that people in the community knew his mother, in part, for her daily walks.

On Tuesday, Jan. 8, Crow's body was discovered in the roadway near Chatham and Woodlawn Roads in Millburn. Initially, it was thought she suffered a medical episode, officials said.

When Crow was transported to the Morristown Medical Center, the treating physician informed police that it appeared she had sustained injuries consistent with being hit by a motor vehicle, officials said.

Following an autopsy by the Regional Medical Examiner's Office it was determined she died from blunt force trauma consistent with being hit by a motor vehicle.

According to the report, Lynne Crow was a frequent traveler, having been to Chia, Africa and India. Her son noted that she was also very active in church and volunteering for organizations like habitat for humanity.

“There was no time when somebody else that needed her help and didn’t get it, if she could give it,” Sandy Crow told CBS2.

According to authorities, the matter is being investigated by the Essex County Prosecutor's Office as a vehicular homicide. The investigation is active and ongoing. At this time, no suspects have been identified.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

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