TRENTON, Mercer County, N.J., Nov. 9, 2026 — A pedestrian was critically injured on Saturday night, November 7, after a vehicle struck him on Dayton Street in Trenton. The driver fled before officers arrived.
The man was hit at about 8:25 p.m. on Dayton Street. He was taken to Capital Health Regional Medical Center and was listed in critical but stable condition.
Police said the driver left the scene before officers got there, but officers located the vehicle a short time later. Details on the driver have not been released.
The Trenton Police Department said the case remains under investigation. Anyone with information has been asked to call 609-989-4000 or 609-989-4155.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
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