Pedestrian dies after being hit by multiple vehicles while crossing N.J. city street, authorities say

A pedestrian died after being struck by multiple vehicles late Thursday while attempting to cross a street in Elizabeth, authorities said.

The victim, whose name and age were withheld, was struck about 11:30 p.m. while crossing in the area of Spring Street and North Avenue, city officials said Friday morning.

The drivers believed to have hit the pedestrian all remained on the scene and cooperated with police, an Elizabeth spokeswoman said.

No charges were filed and the crash remains under investigation, the spokeswoman said.

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