Suspected Hit-And-Run Kills 20-Year-Old Woman On Route 21 Clifton NJ

Kamaya Young, a 20-year-old woman from Paterson, tragically died in a suspected hit-and-run accident on Route 21 North in Clifton, New Jersey, over the weekend. Authorities found her unresponsive near the roadside early Sunday morning and pronounced her dead at the scene, with broken vehicle parts scattered nearby suggesting involvement of a fleeing car. Despite ongoing investigations, no suspect vehicle or arrests have been made, and police urge anyone with information to come forward. This incident underscores the severe consequences of hit-and-run crashes, which leave families grieving and financially burdened, sometimes leading them to pursue wrongful death claims. The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office and local police have provided contact details for anonymous tips to aid the investigation. Community members are encouraged to assist in bringing justice for Kamaya Young and preventing similar tragedies.