Irvington, NJ – Man Dies in Pedestrian Crash on Garden State Pkwy
Irvington, NJ (June 14, 2025) – An elderly man was killed after a pedestrian-vehicle accident outside of Irvington on Thursday, June 12. The Deadly crash took place on the Garden State Parkway in Essex County near mile marker 145.7 early that morning at around 4:25 a.m. It was reported that a sport utility vehicle and another unidentified car were involved in a crash involving a pedestrian.
The vehicles were traveling north at the time of the impact. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide aid. Despite life-saving support from attending medical personnel, the victim, 70-year-old Richard Angel of East Orange, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The exact circumstances leading to the incident have not yet been determined. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in New Jersey
Every day, careless motorists strike pedestrians, often causing severe or even fatal injuries. It is common for young children and the elderly to suffer serious injuries in these types of auto accidents. The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) reported that 220 pedestrians died statewide in 2021, a rise of more than 23 percent from 2020. In New Jersey, pedestrian safety is a major concern. Preliminary data from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) indicates that, with 6,412 pedestrian deaths reported in 2019, there was a notable rise in pedestrian fatalities nationally in 2020.
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Dealing with a fatal crash is never easy. Another driver’s careless behavior may cause someone you care about to be taken too soon. To get the most out of your case, speak with our compassionate and knowledgeable wrongful death lawyer. During this challenging and overwhelming time, our legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq will be by your side to guide you through the claims process and toward justice. To begin working on your case, call us at (800) 923-3456 today.
