Crime & Safety
Driver Runs Red Light, Injures Pedestrian In Westfield, Police Say
The pedestrian was taken to Overlook Hospital with injuries on Saturday, said police.
WESTFIELD, NJ — A driver reportedly ran a red light before hitting and injuring a pedestrian in Westfield on Saturday.
Just after 2 p.m. on Aug. 15, a crash was reported at the intersection of North and Central avenues.
"It appears a vehicle was traveling south on Central Avenue toward North Avenue and struck the pedestrian after running the red light, said Westfield Police Lt. Michael Walsh.
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The driver was issued two summonses.
The pedestrian had minor injuries to their hand and was taken to Overlook Hospital.
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