Seaford, DE (December 9, 2022) – A 52-year-old pedestrian from Seaford was killed in a crash that took place on Thursday, December 8th. The accident happened just after 8:00 p.m. in the left-hand lane of Norman Eskridge Highway.
According to a report from the Delaware State Police, a 2013 gray Dodge Caravan was traveling on Norman Eskridge Highway when it struck the pedestrian, who was walking near the roadway. The male pedestrian was taken to a local hospital where he later died from his injuries. His identity has not been released at this time. The driver of the caravan, a 39-year-old man from Laurel, was not hurt in the accident. The road was closed for approximately three hours while an investigation was conducted. There is no word on whether any charges are expected to be filed at this time.
An investigation is underway.
We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to the family who lost their loved one in this pedestrian accident in Seaford.
Pedestrian Accidents in Delaware 
Delaware has one of the highest per capita national rates of fatal pedestrian accidents. Since 2016, more than 150 pedestrians have lost their lives in crashes that took place across our state. Pedestrian collisions can take place in a variety of different ways, including driver negligence. Each pedestrian accident must be carefully investigated by authorities in order to determine the cause and how the accident took place. In cases of driver error, victims and their family members may have important and valuable legal rights.
If you or a family member have suffered the effects of a Delaware pedestrian crash, you should speak with an attorney as soon as possible. A pedestrian accident in Delaware can have far-reaching effects that can impact every area of your family. In the worst cases, you may have experienced the sudden and tragic loss of a loved one in a collision. In order to properly evaluate your claim, it is important to have a full understanding of your legal rights and options.
Here at Murphy & Landon, our skilled and experienced Seaford pedestrian accident attorneys are here to help during your time of need. We focus our practice on assisting injured victims so we know what to do in your specific situation. During this time, your focus should be on healing and moving forward. We will make sure that you are legally protected and that your receive the compensation that you need and deserve.
Our firm is standing by to provide assistance to you at any time. We always offer a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. During the consultation, we will inform you of your rights so that you can make an educated decision regarding your future. If we decide to take your case, we will do so on a contingency fee basis so that there is no obligation to you until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To speak with a Seaford pedestrian accident lawyer, please contact us at the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
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