E-bike rider struck by car at busy downtown lakewood intersection, suffers broken leg

Juvenile hospitalized after Wednesday afternoon crash at 11th Street and Madison Avenue

Lakewood, NJ – A young male riding an e-bike was struck by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon at a busy Lakewood intersection, leaving the rider injured and prompting an emergency response.

The crash occurred around 3 p.m. at the intersection of 11th Street and Madison Avenue, according to initial reports from the scene.

Emergency responders from Hatzolah arrived quickly and began treating the injured rider, described as a “bochur,” who sustained a broken leg in the collision. He was transported to a local hospital in stable condition for further treatment.

Emergency response and condition

Hatzolah medics provided immediate on-scene care before transporting the juvenile, who remained conscious and stable following the crash.

The extent of additional injuries, if any, was not immediately disclosed.

Key Points

Juvenile e-bike rider struck by vehicle at 11th Street and Madison Avenue
Victim suffered a broken leg and was transported to hospital in stable condition
Hatzolah responded and provided on-scene medical treatment

Investigation ongoing

It remains unclear what led to the crash, including whether speed, traffic conditions, or right-of-way factors played a role. Authorities have not yet released information about the driver involved or whether any charges are expected. The intersection of 11th Street and Madison Avenue is a heavily traveled area in Lakewood, often seeing both vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout the day.

Officials did not say whether or not the e-Bike rider was properly licensed and registered according to New Jersey law.

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