Pedestrian struck and injured by vehicle in Newark

NEWARK, NJ- A pedestrian was struck and injured by a vehicle in Newark on Wednesday evening, according to local media sources.

At approximately 6:05pm, the pedestrian was found with a leg injury near the intersection of Heller Parkway and Mount Prospect Avenue. Officials transported the individual to an area hospital. No further information about the crash or injury is available at this time.

We will monitor for further updates.