Two Women Killed in Newark Hit-and-Run

Two women, Mariana Valverde Beltran, 58, and Maria Salgado Ayala, 61, died in a horrific hit-and-run on June 20 in Newark’s crosswalk at Park Ave and N 7th St. The 26-year-old suspect, David Zapata-Vera, turned himself in and now faces multiple charges including two counts of vehicular homicide and leaving the scene. Both victims were hospitalized but succumbed to their injuries. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/413ec04ddc21989d