Florham Park, NJ – Pedestrian Dies at Ridgedale Ave & Brooklake Rd

Florham Park, NJ (July 3, 2024) – A pedestrian was killed and another injured after being struck by a motor vehicle in the Florham Park area on Monday, July 1. The deadly crash was reported at the intersection of Ridgedale Avenue and Brooklake Road early that morning, around 11 a.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene after being notified of two people being hit by a car. 

The victims were reportedly traveling eastbound on foot to cross Ridgedale when they were struck by a driver making a southbound turn onto the roadway. Both parties were transported to a local hospital by ambulance. One of the victims was later pronounced dead. The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials. The vehicle was impounded for analysis. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in New Jersey

Florham Park, NJ - Pedestrian Dies at Ridgedale Ave & Brooklake RdPedestrians are struck by careless drivers on a daily basis, often resulting in severe or even fatal injuries. Helpless kids or the elderly are commonly left with serious injuries from these tragedies. The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) reports that the state recently experienced an increase in pedestrian deaths, a nearly 23 percent increase from 2020 to 2021, with 220 reported fatalities in related accidents. In New Jersey, pedestrian safety is a major concern. Preliminary data from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) indicates a rise in pedestrian fatalities throughout the country from 6,412 in 2019 to over 6,700 in 2020. If someone close to you is killed in a pedestrian crash, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim in order to be made whole again with the help of a Florham Park wrongful death lawyer. The legal team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is here to help you during this difficult time. Contact our offices today at (800) 923-3456.  

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