Hackensack, NJ – Pedestrian Injured After Being Struck by School Bus at S Summit Ave & W Pleasantview Ave
Hackensack, NJ (March 10, 2026) – Emergency responders were dispatched Tuesday morning, March 10, shortly before 8:30 a.m., after a pedestrian was struck by a school bus at the intersection of South Summit Avenue and West Pleasantview Avenue in Hackensack.
According to authorities, the 31-year-old woman pedestrian was pinned beneath the vehicle following the collision. First responders arrived quickly and worked to free the victim before providing emergency medical care at the scene. The injured pedestrian was then transported to Hackensack University Medical Center for treatment. Officials described her injuries as critical.
The driver of the school bus remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. The bus involved in the crash is reportedly owned and operated by J&W Financial of Clifton. Investigators from the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Fatal Accident Investigation Unit responded to the scene alongside the Hackensack Police Department and the Bergen County Sheriff’s Bureau of Criminal Identification, which assisted in collecting evidence.
The crash remains under investigation as officials continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the collision. We extend our thoughts and hopes for recovery to the injured pedestrian.
How Can a Police Report Help My Pedestrian Injury Claim in Hackensack?
After a pedestrian accident in Hackensack, the official police report often becomes one of the most important documents when pursuing an injury claim. This report provides an objective record of the incident and may contain key details that help explain how the collision occurred.
Police reports typically include information such as the exact location and time of the crash, statements from the driver and witnesses, and observations made by responding officers. Officers may also document roadway conditions, traffic signals, crosswalk markings, and any visible evidence at the scene.
In many pedestrian injury cases, attorneys review the police report early in the process to identify witnesses, confirm basic facts, and better understand how the incident unfolded. The report may also include diagrams of the crash scene or references to additional evidence collected during the investigation.
Insurance companies frequently review these reports when evaluating claims. While a police report does not determine liability on its own, it can provide valuable context that supports other forms of evidence, such as surveillance footage, medical records, and expert analysis.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident in Hackensack or elsewhere in Bergen County, understanding your legal rights can be an important step toward recovery. A New Jersey pedestrian accident lawyer can help review the circumstances of the crash, gather evidence, and pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. At Stern & Stern, LLP, we represent accident victims throughout Bergen County. Call (201) 569-2222 for a free consultation.
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