A vigil was held in Jersey City on Sunday for a child who was struck and killed by a UPS truck this weekend.
Police say it happened at the corner of Jersey Avenue and Sixth Street on Friday afternoon. The child was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said the UPS driver stayed on the scene and was fully cooperative.
A UPS spokesperson said in a statement, “We are heartbroken by the tragic accident Friday afternoon in Jersey City. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones. We are fully cooperating with authorities to understand what happened. Since this is an active investigation, we must refer any additional questions to the authorities.”
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