51-year old William Hemphill of Tilghman, Maryland, was struck in the eastbound lanes on Richmond Terrace near Lake Avenue just after 6:15 a.m. on Friday.
He was rushed to Richmond University Medical Center in cardiac arrest. He was pronounced dead a short time later.
Authorities said the driver of the vehicle left the scene, but came back later, stopping in the westbound lanes.
The 29-year-old Joseph McClean, identified as an off-duty police officer, was charged with vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated.
McClean was arraigned at Staten Island Criminal Court and bail was set at $50,000. His next court date is October 9.
According to the criminal complaint, McClean was found at the scene of the crash by a responding officer.
"It's me. I was involved," he told the officer.
McClean appeared intoxicated, he had an odor of alcohol, a flushed face, watery eyes, and slurred speech.
Hs blood alcohol level was determined to be .073.
If you would like to send a donation to the victim's family please send them to:
The Voluntary Fund of IUOE LOCAL 25
In care of: Bruce Hemphill
463 State Route #33
Millstone Twp, NJ 08535
