Bicyclist Killed in Voorhees Accident
Authorities identified the bicyclist as Maksudur Rahman, 71, of Berlin, who died in a hit-and-run crash on North Route 73 on October 24.
Andrew FinkelsteinMaksudur Rahman, 71, of Berlin, was killed in a bicycle crash in the 100 block of North Route 73 in Voorhees on October 24, according to the Camden County Prosecutor and the Voorhees Police Chief.
What Happened on North Route 73 in Voorhees
Voorhees police responded at 1:17 a.m. to a report of a crash involving a bicyclist. Officers found Rahman unresponsive in the roadway, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities said two separate vehicles struck him and left. One is suspected to be a dark gray or black Ford Fusion from 2017 to 2020, and the other a dark mid-size SUV. His son said Rahman rode his bicycle to and from his dishwashing job at Harmony Diner in Voorhees. The diner's owner said Rahman had worked there for 10 years.
Where the Voorhees Hit-and-Run Investigation Stands
Authorities said no one has been arrested so far. The investigation is still open, and authorities have shared descriptions of both vehicles.
Finding the vehicle is usually the main focus at the start of a hit-and-run investigation. Doorbell cameras and tips from neighbors frequently make the difference.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in New Jersey usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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