Former Nip/Tuck star Dylan Walsh was involved in a serious car accident in New Jersey on August 17 while travelling with his family – and two people were taken to hospital
Former Nip/Tuck star Dylan Walsh has been confirmed safe following a terrifying car crash over the weekend involving his entire family.
The 61-year-old Hollywood actor was caught up in a serious motor accident in Rumson, New Jersey, on August 17 whilst travelling with his loved ones. According to reports by People, a 2022 Ford Explorer carrying five passengers swerved into the southbound lane whilst heading northbound on East River Road at around 5pm.
The vehicle then smashed through a utility pole before crashing into a second pole. Following the dramatic collision, two passengers were taken to Riverview Medical Centre for treatment after reporting pain, reports the Mirror US.
It remains unclear whether Dylan, who shot to fame in the medical drama series Nip/Tuck, was behind the wheel at the time. In a statement to People, Dylan’s representatives confirmed: “Over the weekend, Dylan Walsh and his family were involved in a car accident in Rumson. Thankfully, everyone is safe and has since returned home.”
They added: “The family is deeply grateful for the swift response of the Rumson Police, Fire Department, and EMS, as well as the staff at Riverview Medical Center for their care. They would also like to extend a special thank-you to the management and staff of The River Point Inn for their support in the immediate aftermath.”
Eight local residents in New Jersey were left without power following the crash, but it was later restored. Jersey Central Power and Light has also replaced the utility poles that were destroyed in the accident.
The actor’s wife, Leslie Bourque-Walsh, opened up about the terrifying ordeal in a now-deleted Facebook post. She wrote: “It was our family who was involved in the car accident on River Road yesterday afternoon. We just want to thank everyone who took care of us in this scary time.”
Leslie continued: “1st of all to the managers/staff at River Point Inn who immediately ran out to make sure we were ok and comfort our kids (literally one lady wrapped her arms around all of us letting us know it would be ok) – bringing ice bags and the fancy Evian water bottles.”
She then expressed her gratitude to the first responders who arrived at the scene of the accident and thanked the EMT who put up with her “corny” jokes during the ambulance ride. Leslie also provided an update on their condition, writing: “We are a bit bruised from seatbelts, but grateful for them and air bags which saved our lives. We apologise for anyone who lost power or inconvenience.”
The Mirror US has contacted Dylan Walsh’s representatives for comment.