Investigation Into Accident Involving 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Continuing, Police Chief Says

Police are still investigating the circumstances of a May 26 accident involving a 14-year-old Forked River boy who was struck by a car on Clearwater Street, Police Chief David A. Paprota said.

The youth was standing with a group of friends on the south side of the roadway at 7:10 p.m. when he was hit by a 2008 Nissan driven by Kathleen Salanitro, 60, Forked River, police said.

"The matter is still under investigation," the chief said. "With accident investigations like this one, the investigators often complete the investigation before issuing any summonses."

The boy was airlifted to Jersey Shore University Medical Center for treatment of his injuries. The Lacey Township First Aid Squad and MONOC paramedics responded.

Patrolman Robert Flynn is investigating.