BREAKING: Man fatally struck on Route 9 identified as Frederick Gillette of Lakewood

A man was pronounced dead after being fatally struck in a motor vehicle crash on Route 9 and John Street.

Misaskim’s services were not needed.

The victim was driving a mobility scooter and reportedly drove straight into oncoming traffic before being struck.

Route 9 will be completely closed to traffic between Central Avenue and James Street for the next few hours for a Traffic Safety Unit investigation.

UPDATE: Statement from Lakewood Police Department:

Just after midnight this morning, Officers were dispatched to the intersection of Rt. 9 and John Street after receiving a call that a pedestrian had been struck by a motor vehicle.

At approximately 12:27 am responding officers learned that 58 year old Frederick Gillette of Lakewood was struck by a 2003 GMC Yukon that was traveling northbound on Rt 9 while trying to cross the street in a motorized wheelchair.

As a result, Mr. Gillette suffered significant traumatic injuries resulting in his death. The driver of the Yukon, a 47 year old Lakewood man, remained on scene and is working with officials. At the time of this release the investigation is ongoing and additional information will be released when available.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Officer Stephen Meyer with the Lakewood Police Department Traffic Safety Unit at 732-363-0200 ext. 5382