A devastating tragedy unfolded in Jackson, NJ today, as an 8-month-old baby passed away after he, his mother and another child were struck by a vehicle outside the NPGS supermarket.
The infant, Yitzchok ben Pinchos, was critically injured in the collision and was rushed to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, where he was subsequently pronounced deceased.
The incident occurred when a woman who was pulling out in a vehicle struck the mother and her two children, prompting a massive emergency response.
Central Jersey Hatzolah personnel and other emergency responders rushed to the scene and immediately began treating the three victims. Due to the number of patients and the severity of their injuries, a Mass Casualty Incident.
One of the victims had reportedly gone into traumatic arrest following the collision, while another was reported to have sustained serious injuries.
All three victims were transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center for emergency treatment. Tragically, despite extensive efforts to save him, 8-month-old Yitzchok could not be revived.
The mother and the other child remain hospitalized following the horrific accident.
The circumstances surrounding the collision are under investigation.
All are asked to continue saying Tehillim and davening for the refuah sheleimah of Golda Chana bas Leah Shaindel and Rochel bas Golda Chanah.
Information regarding the levayah for the infant will be provided when it becomes available.
Yehi zichro boruch.
{Matzav.com}
