Worker Fatally Hit By Vehicle In Frito-Lay Lot In Somerset Co. Identified

FRANKLIN, NJ — The worker fatally hit by a commercial vehicle in a parking lot in Franklin last week has been identified.

Police identified the victim as Richard Loroesh, 62, of Howell. He was an employee of Frito-Lay, Franklin Township Police said Thursday.

On Oct. 23 at around 6:18 p.m., police were called to Frito-Lay at 55 Commerce Drive for a pedestrian hit by a commercial vehicle.

A preliminary investigation indicates the pedestrian, an employee of the company, was hit by a commercial vehicle while the vehicle was being driven in the parking lot, according to police.

"This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts are with everyone affected by this loss," said Public Safety Director Lloyd N. Fredericks. "Our department is conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash."

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information related to the crash is encouraged to contact Officer Jelani Lanier at 732-873-5533 ext. 3246.

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