TOMS RIVER – Police said a pedestrian suffered arm and leg injuries when he was struck by a car while crossing Route 37.
Anthony Vellecco, 28, of Toms River, was in the crosswalk when he was struck just before midnight on January 30. He was near the intersection of Route 166. He was brought to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune for treatment.
Justin Bonilla, 20 of South Toms River, was heading west on 37 when he saw Vellecco in the crosswalk and hit the brakes. He was unable to avoid the collision, however.
Police said that Bonilla did not appear to be speeding and that he had a green signal. The accident is being investigated by Toms River Police Officer Garrett Henshaw.
