Toms River, NJ (March 10, 2022) – A woman was critically injured in a pedestrian accident that took place at a Toms River intersection on Thursday afternoon, March 10.
According to officials, the accident happened at the intersection of Hooper Avenue and Washington Street. A pedestrian female was walking in the area when she started to cross the street. She was suddenly struck by a passenger vehicle that was traveling through the area. The 18-year-old driver of the passenger vehicle, who remained at the scene, was making a left turn at the time of the collision.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The pedestrian, who has not yet been formally identified, was critically injured in the accident. She was semi-conscious when police arrived and was rushed to Jersey Shore Medical Center for treatment.
Due to the severity of the accident, the intersection was blocked in the area for some time following the collision.
No further details have been released but the investigation continues. Police will update with more information as it becomes available.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in New Jersey
Pedestrian accidents are more common in New Jersey than many other states in the U.S. In fact, hundreds of pedestrians lose their lives in fatal accidents every year within the state due to the negligence of others. In 2021 alone, it was reported that approximately 207 pedestrians were killed and many others were injured in these horrific accidents. The truth is, pedestrian accidents continue to happen even though drivers are supposed to be watching out for these victims at all times. If you have sustained injuries caused by a severe and preventable pedestrian accident, you should be prepared to speak with an attorney that you can rely on.
Drivers are expected to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians at all times on New Jersey roads, especially in areas where they are expected to be. Intersections are a common place for pedestrians to cross the street, which means that these areas are more likely for these severe accidents to occur. Many serious injuries result from pedestrian accidents every year, including some of the following:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Organ damage
- Fractures
The injuries that stem from a pedestrian accident could signal a long road to recovery that you may not be prepared for. Because of this, you should speak with a Toms River pedestrian accident attorney as soon as possible.
Toms River Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
At Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys, we are here to assist you after a pedestrian accident that is not your fault. We understand how difficult it can be to get back on your feet after your world has been turned upside-down due to a pedestrian accident. Having our attorneys on your side can ensure that your rights are being protected as you work toward the compensation you deserve. Please do not hesitate to contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Toms River at (215) 600-0681 to find out what options you have at this time.
Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post including local and state media and news sources, local and state police incident reports, social medial platforms as well as eyewitness accounts about serious accidents that take place in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, please contact Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. A post will be removed upon request.
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