At a Glance
- Thair Maroki, 40-year-old California driver charged after a 12:15 a.m. hit-and-run on Dec. 29 killed New Jersey e-bike rider Anthony Caprio III.
- Incident occurred on Route 73 South in Mount Laurel, NJ, at 12:15 a.m. on Dec. 29.
- Jeep Cherokee identified, recovered Jan. 1, and Maroki arrested in Burlington County Jail.
- Why it matters: It highlights cross-state traffic safety and the swift pursuit of justice.
A hit-and-run crash on the night of Dec. 29 in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, left 49-year-old Anthony Caprio III dead while he rode an e-bike. Surveillance footage showed a white 2002 Jeep Cherokee striking the rider and fleeing the scene. Police located the vehicle on Jan. 1 and identified the driver.
Incident Details
The crash happened at 12:15 a.m. on the 1100 block of Route 73 South. Authorities found Caprio’s body on the shoulder of the road. Video evidence confirmed the Jeep Cherokee hit him and then left the area.
- White 2002 Jeep Cherokee
- California license plate identified
- Vehicle recovered Jan. 1, 2026
Legal Proceedings
Maroki was taken into custody and transported to Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly, New Jersey. He faces charges of vehicular homicide and leaving the scene of a fatal accident. The case is now proceeding through the court system.
Key Takeaways
- Thair Maroki charged with vehicular homicide after the hit-and-run.
- The incident occurred at 12:15 a.m. on Dec. 29, with the vehicle recovered Jan. 1.
- Anthony Caprio III was a 49-year-old e-bike rider killed in the crash.
The swift investigation and arrest underscore the seriousness of hit-and-run offenses across state lines.
