Oldsman Twp, NJ – Deadly Pedestrian Crash On Pennsville Pedricktown Rd

Oldsman Twp, NJ (April 17, 2024) – On Monday, April 15, a wheelchair-bound pedestrian was killed after a traffic accident in the Oldsman Township area. The deadly accident was reported on Pennsville Pedricktown Road near New Road early that morning around 4:14 a.m. The driver was reportedly traveling northbound in a Buick when they hit the victim.

Emergency crews were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serous pedestrian-vehicle accident. The injured party suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. The deceased victim was later identified as 79-year-old Chester Avant of Pedricktown. No other injuries were reported in the accident. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by 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

Every day, reckless drivers strike innocent people crossing the street, seriously injuring or even killing them in the process. These accident victims are far too frequently elderly people or helpless children. The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) reports that 176 pedestrian fatalities occurred in a recent year, increasing to 179 the following year. Nevertheless, there were 220 pedestrian fatalities in 2021—a sharp increase from the year before. That is an increase of about 23 percent in just one year. The rise in pedestrian deaths in New Jersey is indicative of an issue that is becoming more widespread in the country. According to preliminary data from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), there was a nationwide increase in pedestrian fatalities 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 with the help of a trained lawyer.

Your very way of life is changed forever after a deadly crash. Only a competent Oldsman Township wrongful death lawyer will be able to help you get through this difficult time. The trained lega team at Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is here to help you pursue a strong claim against the at-fault party. Give us a call today at (800) 923-3456.

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