Seaside Pk, NJ – Pedestrian Hurt in Crash on E St near St Catherine’s Church

Seaside Park, NJ (October 21, 2024) – There were injuries after a pedestrian accident in Seaside Park on Saturday, October 19. The crash took place near St. Catherine’s Church on East Street that afternoon. Local reports revealed that the victim was traveling on foot crossing in front of the church when they were hit by a car. 

Emergency crews were dispatched to provide aid to the involved party. The pedestrian was rushed to a local hospital by ambulance for the treatment of sustained injuries. The area was temporarily closed as local authorities worked the scene. The circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in New Jersey

When the weather is nice, walking is a great way to get around. Unfortunately, it’s never completely safe to share the road with another driver, especially if you are on foot. Pedestrian deaths are going up all over the country, as well as here in New Jersey. In 2021, 699 people died in car accidents in New Jersey. Statistics show that 220 of those people who died were pedestrians. That’s almost 30 percent of all road deaths that year. Over the next year, 18 percent more people died while walking in New Jersey. You need to know how to protect your legal rights if you are hurt in a major pedestrian accident. If you want to get the most out of your case, you should always work closely with a trained legal team.

It’s difficult to manage the aftermath of any crash, and pedestrian accidents are more likely to result in life-changing injuries. It’s important that you can fight for your full recovery by working closely with a competent team of Seaside Park personal injury lawyers. The respected New Jersey law firm Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq is here to help you during this difficult time. Contact our offices today at (800) 923-3456 to get started on your recovery. 

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