
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
HACKENSACK, NJ — a Bergen County electrician has filed a lawsuit claiming he was seriously injured when a toilet at Hackensack Middle School suddenly exploded without warning while he was using it.
The lawsuit, filed by Walter Ullrich, names the Hackensack Board of Education, the Bergen County Office of Education, Hackensack city officials, and the county as defendants. Ullrich alleges he suffered lacerations, a hematoma, and significant bodily injuries to his head, face, and body during the June 2024 incident.
Lawsuit Details
According to the complaint, Ullrich was performing electrical work at the school when the alleged malfunction occurred. The suit says:
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Workers were told to use the school bathrooms since no portable restrooms were available.
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The toilet “malfunctioned and exploded with extreme force.”
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The defendants knew or should have known the toilet and pipes were unsafe.
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School officials later removed the toilet and “hid it in a dumpster,” destroying potential evidence.
Ullrich’s attorney, Kevin Kruse, said his client has already accumulated over $3,600 in medical bills and faces additional expenses, along with lost wages due to being out of work.
No Comment from Officials
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Bergen County spokesperson Derek Sands did not respond to requests for comment.
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Hackensack’s city attorney also declined to comment.
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Jason Nunemacker, attorney for the school district, confirmed he had just received the lawsuit and needed time to review the case.
What’s Next?
The lawsuit accuses the defendants of acting “palpably unreasonably, negligently, recklessly, and carelessly” by failing to address or warn about the alleged plumbing hazard. Ullrich is seeking damages for his injuries, medical costs, and lost wages.
The case is ongoing, and no trial date has been set.
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Holy shit!!!!!
Shocking!
Imagine if the victim was a black student …
would make the national news.
That’s why I don’t eat corn anymore.