Driver Charged for Passaic County Hit-and-Run Car Accident on Route 21
PASSAIC COUNTY, NEW YORK (February 3, 2026) – A 20-year-old woman has tragically died in a Passaic County car accident on Route 21 North.
According to Passaic County officials, the crash took place around 8 AM on Friday. A 20-year-old woman was attempting to cross the street when she was hit by a vehicle.
That driver did not remain at the scene of the collision. Paramedics were called to the scene to help the victim.
They found fragments of the vehicle next to her. Despite life-saving measures, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have since charged the driver involved in the crash.
Liability for Passaic County Car Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in motor vehicle collisions. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, “An average of 682,000 hit-and-run crashes occurred each year since 2006. Nearly 65 percent of people killed in hit-and-run crashes were pedestrians or bicyclists.” There are many common causes of hit-and-run collisions.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
All drivers must exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian on the roadway. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid colliding with a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. The family of any person who died due to the negligent actions of a driver may be able to pursue damages through a personal injury claim.
Investigating Passaic County Car Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman who died in this collision. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Passaic County car accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of accident investigators is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here to help. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
