NEWARK, Essex County, N.J., Nov. 7, 2026 — A 65-year-old man died on Friday morning, November 6, after he was struck by three vehicles on Frelinghuysen Avenue in Newark. The Essex County Prosecutor's Office and the Newark Department of Public Safety said the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
The crash happened around 6:20 a.m. on the 400 block of Frelinghuysen Avenue. The man has been identified as Darryl Jenkins, 65, whose last known address was in Roselle, in Union County.
All three drivers involved stayed at the scene after the crash. None of them showed signs of impairment, according to the prosecutor's office.
The circumstances that led to the collision remain under investigation. Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has information to call the Essex County Prosecutor's Office Tips Line.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
Local Crash Information for Newark, NJ
The fatal crash was reported on 400 Frelinghuysen Avenue in Newark. For more crash news from the area, see our Essex County accident reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can drivers help keep pedestrians safe on busy roads like this one?
Slowing down near intersections and crosswalks, scanning both sides of the road before proceeding, and staying off phones while driving all give drivers more time to spot someone on foot.
What injuries do pedestrians usually suffer when struck by a vehicle?
Pedestrian crashes frequently cause head trauma, broken bones, and internal injuries, since a person on foot has no protection from the impact.
What usually causes pedestrian crashes like this one?
Common factors include limited visibility, distracted driving, failure to yield at crossings, and drivers or pedestrians misjudging oncoming traffic, especially in early morning or low-light conditions.
Does a vehicle's speed change a pedestrian's chance of survival?
Yes. The faster a vehicle is moving at impact, the less likely a pedestrian is to survive or avoid serious injury, since there's less time to react and more force in the collision.
