18-Year-Old Speeding Driver Critical After Hitting Pole In Plainfield: Police

An 18-year-old man was in critical condition after hitting a utility pole Monday evening in Plainfield, authorities said.

South Plainfield EMS
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Cecilia Levine

12/28/2021 8:04 a.m.

The unidentified city resident was heading west on Watchung Avenue toward Seventh Street in a Toyota Camry when he struck the pole around 6:15 p.m., local police said in a statement.

Authorities believe speed may have been a factor.

Witnesses are urged to contact Plainfield police at 908-753-3360.

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