Laurel, DE (November 23, 2022) – Police in Laurel were dispatched to the scene of a deadly accident on Tuesday, November 22nd. The accident happened just before 8:00 a.m. on Horsey Church Road.
According to a report from the Delaware State Police, a 29-year-old man from Salisbury was driving a car on Horsey Church Road when he collided head-on with a dump truck that was traveling in the opposite direction. The man suffered critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the accident scene. His identity has not been released at this time. There were five occupants in the dump truck at the time of the accident. They were treated for non-life-threatening injuries. No other vehicles or individuals were involved in the crash. The identities of the victims were not immediately released.
The crash remains under investigation at this time. There is no further information available.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to those who were affected by this tragic car accident in Laurel.
Injury Accidents in Delaware
Driving in Delaware can be a very hazardous activity. While no one ever expects to be involved in a collision, crashes take place each day on our state’s roadways. In fact, it is estimated that a collision will take place about once every 22 minutes. This means that no one is ever truly safe from the possibility of being involved in a crash. When a crash happens, we know that there is about a one-third chance of injuries also occurring.
Following a Delaware car accident, you are likely to have questions about your legal rights. If you are suffering from injuries as a result of the accident, you could be experiencing physical pain as well as financial and mental stress. During this time, you may wonder when you will be able to resume the life that you enjoyed prior to the crash. Fortunately, there is help available.
Here at Murphy & Landon, our Millsboro injury attorneys can help when you or a loved one have been hurt in an accident. We know that innocent victims are frequently affected by car accidents throughout Delaware. While we cannot go back and prevent the crash from happening, we can make sure that you are prepared moving forward. Our attorneys have recovered millions of dollars for crash victims and their families. We will fight to make sure that your rights are protected and that the negligent party is held responsible. Our team strongly believes that all negligent drivers should be held fully responsible for their actions.
Our firm is here for you and ready to take your call at any time. We offer a free consultation for all potential clients. During the consultation, our attorneys will evaluate your situation and explain all of your legal options. If we decide to take on your case, there is no obligation unless we obtain a recovery o your behalf. To speak with a car accident attorney in Laurel, please contact us at the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
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