Woman Struck by Pickup Truck on Old Boonton Road
July 17, 2025 | Denville, NJ
A tragic accident in Denville claimed the life of 46-year-old Michele Parkins on Thursday morning. According to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Parkins was riding her bicycle along Old Boonton Road when she was struck by a Ford F-250 pickup truck near Bush Road at approximately 10:30 a.m.
Emergency responders transported Parkins to St. Clare’s Denville Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation.
Michele Parkins, 46, died Thursday after being struck by a pickup truck while riding her bicycle on Old Boonton Road in Denville.
Authorities have not released further details at this time. Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at 973-285-6200 or the Denville Township Police Department at 973-627-4900.
BICYCLE ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
A tragic accident in Denville claimed the life of 46-year-old Michele Parkins on Thursday morning. According to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Parkins was riding her bicycle along Old Boonton Road when she was struck by a Ford F-250 pickup truck near Bush Road at approximately 10:30 a.m.
Parkins was rushed to St. Clare’s Denville Hospital, where she sadly succumbed to her injuries. The crash remains under investigation, and additional details have not yet been released.
Drivers must remain vigilant to ensure the safety of vulnerable road users such as bicyclists. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 1,105 bicyclists were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2022—an alarming 13% increase from 2021. These fatalities accounted for 2.6% of all motor-vehicle traffic deaths that year.
While the cause and liability of the crash are still being determined, Andrew G. Finkelstein, Managing Partner at Jacoby & Meyers Law Offices, emphasized the importance of skilled legal representation in fatal crash investigations.
"It is essential to reconstruct the accident to identify all the vehicles involved and determine the circumstances that led to the accident or the driver at fault," Finkelstein said.
He added that insurance companies rarely act in the best interest of victims and their families. “According to the Insurance Research Institute, on average, an injured person who receives help from a lawyer ends up receiving three and a half times more money than those who do not,” he noted.
Experienced attorneys like Finkelstein can help guide families through the legal process, ensuring their rights are protected every step of the way.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family members of Michele Parkins may be entitled to a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a catastrophic accident such as this tragic incident.
"People who get into an auto accident suffer unimaginable consequences in the form of mental and physical pain, and, in cases of fatalities, the victim's family and loved ones are left devastated," said Andrew G. Finkelstein, Managing Partner at Jacoby & Meyers Law Offices.
"It is always recommended that, as a victim, you don't give statements right away after the crash to an insurance company," Finkelstein added. "You might be in shock, and anything said at the time may lower the chances of getting justice. Hiring an attorney will be the best route to protect your rights."
Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to contact the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at 973-285-6200 or the Denville Township Police Department at 973-627-4900.
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