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Ridgewood NJ, two people were transported to The Valley Hospital for evaluation following a two-vehicle collision on the afternoon of Thursday, May 29, at the intersection of Ackerman Avenue and Bellair Road.
According to authorities, a 4-door sedan collided with a Ford Bronco SUV, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries for both occupants of the sedan. The sedan sustained significant front-end damage and required towing from the scene, while the Bronco was able to be driven away under its own power.
Emergency Response and On-Site Action
Personnel from the Ridgewood Police Department (RPD), Ridgewood Fire Department, Ridgewood EMS, and Valley Hospital ambulance responded quickly to the incident.
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Firefighters from Ridgewood’s Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 assisted the victims and secured the scene by mitigating potential electrical hazards and managing a fluid spill caused by the crash.
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Ridgewood Police provided traffic control, secured the intersection, and are investigating the crash to determine the cause.
Local Traffic Impact
The crash temporarily disrupted traffic along the busy Ackerman Avenue corridor, a key residential and commuter route in Ridgewood. Drivers were urged to seek alternative routes during the emergency response and cleanup efforts.
Safety Reminder for Drivers
This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to exercise caution, especially at busy intersections. Distracted driving, failure to yield, and speeding continue to be leading causes of roadway collisions in Bergen County.
Scene Overview
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Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
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Time: Afternoon
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Location: Ackerman Ave & Bellair Rd, Ridgewood
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Vehicles Involved: 4-door sedan (towed), Ford Bronco SUV (driven away)
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Injuries: 2 individuals transported to The Valley Hospital
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Responders: Ridgewood Police, Ridgewood Fire Dept., Ridgewood EMS, Valley Hospital Ambulance
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Not surprising. Bad visibility at that intersection, if youre trying to turn on to Ackerman. Of course, if people would slow down it wouldn’t be an issue. I’ll get back to you when I can figure out how to blame pedestrians for this.
Another day, another accident in Ridgewood. Speeding everywhere.
Was thinking the same thing – another day another accident. It’s unbelievable and probably preventable
Needed ice cream cone badly.