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the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Fair Lawn NJ, a school crossing guard was seriously injured in a vehicle accident at the intersection of Arnold Street and Hopper Avenue in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, on the morning of Wednesday, January 22.
The accident occurred shortly after 8:30 AM as the guard assisted children crossing the street. Emergency responders, including the Fair Lawn Rescue Squad, Fair Lawn EMS, and police officers, worked together to extricate the victim, who became trapped under the vehicle.
Details of the Incident
According to the Fair Lawn Police Department:
- The guard was struck by a Toyota Camry making a left turn from Arnold Street onto Hopper Avenue.
- The driver, a 22-year-old man from Fair Lawn, stayed at the scene and cooperated with the police.
- The injured guard, identified as a 71-year-old, sustained leg injuries but is expected to recover.
The victim was transported by Fair Lawn Volunteer Ambulance Corps to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson. A paramedic team from St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center provided additional assistance during the transport.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities are continuing to investigate the crash. The intersection, which is a designated school crossing zone, has raised concerns among residents for pedestrian safety.
Fair Lawn Responds
The accident has sparked conversations within the community about the need for increased safety measures at school crossings. Local residents have called for better signage, stricter traffic enforcement, and enhanced training for drivers in school zones.
Keeping School Crossings Safe
This incident highlights the importance of vigilance in school zones:
- Drivers: Always reduce speed and watch for pedestrians, especially during school hours.
- Pedestrians: Use designated crosswalks and remain alert when crossing.
- Community: Support local initiatives to enhance road safety near schools.
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Imagine wearing a bright vest, holding a giant STOP sign, and it being daylight, and still not being safe. It’s going to be hard to use the usual excuses here. Well, at least this little bastard stuck around unlike the last one.
Texting guaranteed.