Incident Details
Authorities have identified the 22-year-old man who tragically lost his life after being hit by an SUV while riding an electric scooter on Route 1 in Edison early Wednesday morning. Raul Montoya-Chavez was attempting to cross the intersection at Plainfield Avenue around 1:45 a.m. when he was struck in the southbound center lane, according to Edison police.
Consequences and Official Statements
Montoya-Chavez, a resident of Edison, succumbed to his injuries at a nearby hospital. The driver of the SUV, a 61-year-old man from Rahway, had the right of way with a green light and is not expected to face charges, authorities confirmed. This incident underscores the critical need for heightened awareness and caution among both drivers and those using alternative modes of transportation, especially during late hours.