The Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office has charged Brayan Laverde-Torres, 32, of Bridgeton, who fled the scene after a fatal collision on November 2nd, 2025. The victim, 62-year-old Steven Calloway, was taken to the hospital and succumbed to his injuries on November 11th.

During the investigation, it was revealed the driver was observed exiting the vehicle to look under the truck after the collision, and then fled the scene. The pickup truck was found behind the driver’s residence with the license plate removed.

Brayan Laverde-Torres has been charged with the following:

  • Obstructing Administration of Law or other Government Function

  • Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution

  • Knowingly Leaving the Scene of Motor Vehicle Accident resulting in Serious Bodily Injury

  • Knowingly Leaving the Scene of Accident Under Certain Circumstances (Accident resulting in Death)

Have information regarding this investigation? Contact the Bridgeton Police Deptartment.