Crime & Safety

Driver Charged In Pedestrian Death Along South Jersey Highway

The crash on Sunday killed 51-year-old Welther Briggs.

EDGEWATER PARK, NJ — A 51-year-old driver was charged after he hit and killed a man along Route 130 South on Sunday, according to Edgewater Park Township Police Chief John Harris.

Huseyin Ozkok, of Pemberton, was charged with driving while suspended or unlicensed and causing death or injury.

Welther Briggs, 51, of Willingboro, died from his injuries after the early morning crash at the intersection with Pennypacker Drive.

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According to Chief John Harris, the driver stayed at the crash site and has been cooperating with officials.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, noticed anything odd in the area, or has other information is asked to contact (609) 877-4404 or chaney@edgewaterpark-nj.com.

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