Authorities arrested and charged a 94-year-old man in the hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a Dumont woman Thursday evening, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced Friday night.
Ernest F. Hofmann, 94, of Bergenfield was charged with second-degree knowingly leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death and fourth degree obstructing the administration of law, as well as several motor vehicle summonses.
An investigation into the hit-and-run accident that killed Elizabeth Feliciano-Rosa, 54, found that Hofmann struck Feliciano-Rosa Thursday night in his pickup truck around 5:19 p.m. as she crossed Madison Avenue at the intersection of Washington Avenue in Dumont, authorities said Friday.
Feliciano-Rosa was taken to Hackensack University Hospital and later died from her injuries, according to authorities.
An employee of the Englewood school district, Feliciano-Rosa taught dual language to first-grade students at Grieco Elementary School since 2005, according to a statement from the school district posted on their website.
“It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of the passing of our esteemed colleague and cherished friend, Elizabeth Rosa,” the school district said in a statement.
“Mrs. (Feliciano) Rosa was a cornerstone of the Englewood Public Schools community, dedicating nearly two decades of her life to nurturing young minds,” the statement read. “Known for her infectious smile, boundless energy, and unwavering dedication, she touched the lives of countless students, colleagues, and families.”
Hofmann was remanded to the Bergen County Jail pending a court appearance. An attorney for Hofmann was not immediately reachable Friday night.
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