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BF Killed, GF Survives Hit-And-Run Valentine's Day Nutley Crash, Fundraiser Says

Jocelyn Pietri was walking hand in hand with her boyfriend, Wiston Perlaza, on Valentine's Day in Nutley when they were struck by a vehicle that fled the scene.

Jocelyn Pietri and her late boyfriend Wiston Perlaza.

Jocelyn Pietri and her late boyfriend Wiston Perlaza.

Photo Credit: Jocelyn Pietri Facebook

Perlaza died from his injuries while Pietri suffered serious injuries and has been in a hospital and rehabilitation facility. 

A fundraiser has been launched to support Pietri and her family with the financial burden of caring for her expenses, including a wheelchair and travel expenses for Pietri's family.

Dhkir Robinson, 42, was arrested and hit with numerous charges including leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death; operating a motor vehicle resulting in death with a suspended license; and endangering an injured victim, as previously reported by Daily Voice.

Perlaza died five days before his 22nd birthday. A fundraiser launched by his family to assist with funeral expenses raised more than $19,000.

To view the fundraiser for the Pietri family, click here.

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