Residents of Toms River are always shocked and dismayed when an individual is hurt by a motor vehicle accident; this is particularly true when the victim is a young person. Often, during this time of year, when the sun is setting earlier, glaring from the angle of the sun can make it difficult for motorists to see clearly -- hopefully leading them to be cautious and slow down. In general, it can be difficult for drivers to see pedestrians in the dark evening hours as illustrated earlier this month when a 14-year-old boy was hit by a car.

According to police, the boy was listed in serious condition upon his arrival at the Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. The young man was struck by a car being driven by a 43-year-old Toms River woman while she was driving on Chestnut Street. The woman told police that the boy suddenly appeared in front of her at about 5:00 p.m.

The Toms River police are investigating the car accident but no further details have been released on the boy's condition or the current state of the investigation. The full extent of the teen's injuries is not known at this time. It is also not known if any charges are pending on the driver.

It is unknown if the boy was in a crosswalk at the time the accident occurred or if the road was illuminated with streetlights.

As we all know, a car accident can result in a variety of injuries. From head injuries to whiplash, just about any type of personal injury can occur when a motor vehicle accident occurs. In some cases, the victims of these incidents may have legal options that they can pursue to help pay for medical care, lost wages or pain and suffering. One can only hope that this young man will recover fully and get back to a normal life within a reasonable period of time.

Source: The Toms River Patch, "Toms River Teen Still Hospitalized After Being Hit by Car," Karen Wall, Dec. 10, 2011