Garfield woman charged after hitting pedestrian while fleeing accident with parked car

GARFIELD, NJ — A 24-year-old woman faces multiple charges after she struck a parked car and a pedestrian while trying to flee the scene of an accident Monday, authorities said.

Ashley Elizabeth Ann Flores was charged with second-degree aggravated assault, leaving the scene of an accident causing serious bodily injury, assault with an automobile and several motor vehicle offenses, according to the Bergen County District Attorney’s Office.

The incident occurred at 10:20 p.m. on Outwater Lane near Wilson Street. Flores first struck an unoccupied vehicle and then, while attempting to flee, struck a man who became trapped between her vehicle and the parked car, officials said.

The victim remains in stable condition at the hospital. Flores, who was treated for her own injuries, was arrested Tuesday and is being held at the Bergen County Jail pending a detention hearing.

FREDERICK, Maryland – Frederick Police officers arrested a man on the evening of Sept. 1 after responding to a weapons complaint on West Patrick Street.

The suspect, identified as Joshua Wayne Rippeon, allegedly brandished an AR-15 rifle during an altercation. According to Frederick police, Rippeon is now facing several serious charges.

Authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them at 301-600-2102 or submit anonymous tips at 301-600-TIPS.

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Municipal Band will make its final appearance as part of the 2024 Ocean County Carousel of Music concert series tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m. at the Ocean County Library.

The event is scheduled to take place whatever the weather and offers visitors one last opportunity to enjoy the band’s music this season.