Man Struck, Killed While Crossing Street In Burlington Co.: Police

BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ — A vehicle fatally struck a man while he crossed the street Monday night in Burlington Township, authorities said.

Frank Gordon Jr., 77, of Willingboro, was unconscious and lying in the street when officers arrived, police said. He was later pronounced dead at a local trauma center.

A white Chevrolet Malibu hit Gordon as he crossed Sunset Road by Rancocas Road at about 10 p.m., according to the preliminary investigation. Police and emergency personnel treated Gordon at the scene. He was then taken to Capital Health Trauma Center in Trenton and pronounced dead shortly after.

The driver, who wasn't hurt, remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation, authorities said. Police have not disclosed their identity.

Burlington Township police continue to investigate the collision. Witnesses and anyone with pertinent information can contact Traffic Safety Unit P/O Brendan Smith at bsmith116@burltwppd.com or 609-386-2019, or Investigations Bureau Det. Ryan O'Farrell at rofarrell110@burltwppd.com or 609-239-4486.