Overview
- Jean Schultz was fatally struck after reportedly pushing two students out of an oncoming vehicle’s path at McBride and Lackawanna avenues in Woodland Park, New Jersey.
- The two students were treated for minor injuries from a fall and are expected to be OK, according to local reports.
- The driver stayed at the scene as the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office began its investigation and asked for tips at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org.
- Mayor Tracy Kallert praised Schultz’s years of service, calling her a steady, caring presence for generations of families.
- The incident highlights the risks at school crosswalks and could prompt a review of traffic controls and crossing-guard safety at busy intersections.