The crash happened just before 6 p.m., when Jose Cerda-Estevez, of Plainfield, got out of a Honda Pilot that was traveling southbound in the express lanes near milepost 112.8, police said.
After exiting the moving SUV, Cerda-Estevez was struck by multiple unidentified vehicles, all of which failed to stop at the scene, according to authorities. He died as a result.
State Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash—or saw what happened before or after—to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact Troop "D" Holmdel Station – Detective Bureau at 732-441-4500 ext. 7417 Anonymous tips are welcome.
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