Full Notification

On Wednesday March 30,2011 at approximately 8:09 pm., the Gloucester Township Police Department responded to the intersection of Erial Rd. @ Garwood Rd. for the report of a hit and run pedestrian motor vehicle crash. Initial reports were that a female was struck by a dark colored sedan, and that she was unconscious. First responding units arrived and the female was being treated by Fire and EMS. The female was conscious and speaking with first responders. The Gloucester Township Traffic Safety Bureau arrived on location and began the investigation.
The striking vehicle is reported to be a dark colored sedan, with possible damage to the front, and driver's front quarter panel. It is believed the mirror may be hanging, but not shattered due to no glass being found at the scene.
The pedestrian is currently being treated at Cooper Hospital for a possible broken nose and broken right leg. The victim's injuies are not believed to be life threatening at this time. Victims identity is being withheld pending notificaton of family members.
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The vehicle has been identified as a 1997-2002 Ford Escort, 4 door, possibly dark in color. The vehicle possibly has front, driver side damage. The vehicle is missing the driver side mirror housing unit, which is black in color. The mirror itself may still be attached to the vehicle. This crash is under in investigation by the Gloucester Township Police Traffic Safety Unit. Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact the Gloucester Township Police Department at 856-228-4500 or the Gloucester Township Police Anonymous Tip Line at 856-842-5560.