Bicyclist Airlifted After Crash on Reading Rd in Delaware Twp, NJ
Delaware Twp, NJ (July 23, 2026) – One person was airlifted to a hospital after a car and bicycle collided at Reading Road and Route 604 in Delaware Township on Thursday, July 23. The wreck was reported around 4:25 p.m.
Emergency units assisted the injured victim shortly after the collision. Crews prepared the patient for transport before taking them to a landing zone at Delaware Township School.
Officials have not confirmed whether the injured person was riding the bicycle or traveling in the car. The person’s name and the extent of their injuries have not been released.
Authorities are working to determine what caused the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim as they receive medical care.
What Pays My Medical Bills After a Bicycle Accident in Delaware Township, NJ?
In most New Jersey cases, the injured person’s auto insurance may pay medical bills first through personal injury protection coverage. PIP generally covers necessary medical expenses regardless of who caused the crash. This protection may also cover an insured person while riding a bicycle.
For cyclists with household coverage, PIP may come from a policy held by the rider or a resident relative. When no household auto policy applies, another source of coverage may become responsible. The payment order depends on the available policies and the facts of the crash.
Across rural Hunterdon County, cyclists regularly use Route 523, Sergeantsville Road, and Route 12. Narrow shoulders and limited sightlines can increase the risk of serious collisions. Long distances from trauma centers may also lead emergency crews to request air transport.
When a flight bill arrives, the cost can place sudden pressure on an injured person and their family. Helicopter transportation may cost tens of thousands of dollars before hospital charges are added. Available PIP benefits depend on the limits provided by the applicable policy.
After PIP benefits run out, health insurance may cover part of the remaining balance. Other medical-payment benefits may also help with charges that PIP does not fully cover. Keep transport records, bills, insurance notices, and denial letters together for review.
If questions arise about insurance coverage, a bicycle accident attorney can review the available policies and determine which insurer should pay first. A lawyer can also challenge an improper denial or underpayment.
Our team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq helps people across New Jersey understand their options after serious accidents. We can review the available information, explain how insurance coverage may apply, and help clarify the next steps.
To learn more about your legal options after a bicycle accident in Delaware Township, you can contact Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq at (800) 923-3456.
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