Police in Manchester Township proceed to research a three-car collision on Saturday night time on the intersection of Route 70 and Colonial Drive and are in search of the person who allegedly brought on the crash.
The motive force of a Nissan Altima, Roy Deronde Jr. of Kingston, Pennsylvania, was dashing throughout the westbound shoulder of Route 70 Saturday night time when he ran a pink gentle, struck a Jeep Cherokee — which was heading south on the time — after which crossed over the centerline and hit a Mercedes Benz — which was heading east on the time — however then stored going till he struck a utility pole, in line with Manchester Police.
His Nissan Altima then caught hearth, and Deronde Jr. then fled the realm on foot leaving the automobile behind engulfed in flames.
Manchester Police acquired a name round 5:56 pm and as soon as on scene, noticed the Nissan Altima in flames going through west on the eastbound shoulder, a Mercedes Benz going through west within the eastbound lane of Route 70, and a Jeep Cherokee going through north on Route 70 and Colonial Drive.
There was a passenger that Deronde Jr. left behind as nicely, Fannie Kistner of Kingston, PA, who additionally fled on foot however police mentioned was later discovered and supplied with medical consideration.
Kistner was ultimately introduced to Group Medical Middle for her accidents.
Manchester Police mentioned that the motive force and passenger of the Mercedes Benz, Richard and Cathy Kulaszewski, of Toms River, have been unhurt from the crash, as was the motive force of the Jeep Cherokee, Grace Poli of Manchester.
As for, Roy Deronde Jr., who’s at the moment on the run, he was charged with, Assault by Auto, Leaving the Scene of an Accident Inflicting Critical Bodily Harm, Hindering Apprehension, and Obstruction of Justice by Manchester Police.
There’s a chance Deronde Jr. may face extra costs as nicely, because the investigation continues into the crash, which proper now police are saying that disregard of a site visitors management system, and touring at a excessive charge of velocity are contributing causes to the collision.
“The whereabouts of Mr. Deronde usually are not recognized, nonetheless, there may be an lively warrant for his arrest. Please needless to say, though Roy Deronde has been charged criminally, he’s harmless till confirmed responsible within the Court docket of Regulation.”
This three-car crash is being investigated by Manchester Police Patrolman Conner Yatauro of the division’s Site visitors Security Unit.
Should you have any info on the accident, or the whereabouts of Roy Deronde Jr., you are requested to contact the Manchester Police at 732-657-6111.
