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Accident – Death – Obituary News : MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — A taxi driver has been sentenced to state prison after confessing to striking a man with his car in Morristown and leaving him for dead earlier this summer, authorities said.
Jermaine Edwards, a 51-year-old former resident of Morristown, has been handed a five-year prison sentence, as announced by the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office. Additionally, Edwards will face a five-year suspension of his driver’s license upon his release from prison.
Edwards, who was not licensed to drive a taxi, collided with Francis Alvarado-Trejo, a 40-year-old Morristown resident, around 9 p.m. on August 12. The incident occurred in the vicinity of Lafayette Avenue and Lackawanna Place, according to the police report.
Upon arrival at the scene, law enforcement officials discovered that Edwards had fled, leaving Alvarado-Trejo severely injured in the roadway. Tragically, Alvarado-Trejo succumbed to his injuries.
Two days later, Edwards was identified as the driver responsible and subsequently arrested on a charge of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death. On October 18, he pleaded guilty to the offense.
Edwards faced a second-degree charge of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death. Since his arrest, he has been held at the Morris County Correctional Facility.
The hit-and-run incident prompted Morristown officials to take decisive action against the local taxi company involved. Enslin’s LLC/G&S Car Service had its license indefinitely revoked by the Morristown council in a unanimous 5-0 vote during a special meeting. The decision came as a response to a significant list of violations and a long history of employing unlicensed drivers.
During the meeting, George Enslin, the owner of the taxi company, expressed remorse for the incident. He acknowledged knowing Edwards’ mother and mentioned that Edwards had experienced challenging times in the past, including charges on his record. Enslin assured the council that such a lapse in judgment would not be repeated, taking full responsibility for the incident.
In related news, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office has announced that they will be implementing stricter penalties for hit-and-run cases in an effort to deter such actions and protect pedestrians. The new measures aim to hold offenders accountable and ensure justice for the victims and their families.
As the community continues to grapple with the tragic loss of Francis Alvarado-Trejo, local authorities and residents are reminded of the importance of road safety and responsible driving. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences that can occur when individuals choose to flee the scene of an accident.
Residents of Morristown are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious or dangerous driving behaviors to the appropriate authorities. By working together, the community can strive to create safer streets and prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future.
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