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Police: Man arrested in Jersey City hit-and-run that injured teen

Officers say the victim was struck before 3 a.m. Wednesday near Communipaw and Mercy avenues.

News 12 Staff

Jan 19, 2025, 6:36 AM

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A man was arrested Thursday for a hit-and-run that left a 19-year-old female injured in Jersey City, according to police.

Officers say the incident occurred before 3 a.m. Wednesday near Communipaw and Mercy avenues.

Mathew Small was apprehended that the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office in Secaucus.

Authorities say he is charged with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle collision, assault by auto and other offenses.

His first court appearance is scheduled for Jan. 30.

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