Police say that a white 201 BMW 540i was traveling southbound when it veered off the road and went into a drainage ditch. The car ket raveling southbound, striking a stop sign. The vehicle then veered left and went into the northbound lanes, where it struck a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox and 2020 Jeep Renegade. Police say that the 59-year-old female driver of the BMW suffered critical injuries and later died at a local hospital. The driver of the Equinox, a 65-year-old Lewes woman, was rushed to the hospital, where she also died as a result of her injuries. The Jeep driver, a 52-year-old woman from Milton, sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The identities of the victims have not been released at this time. The northbound lanes of the highway were shut down while police investigated the crash and cleared the scene. There is no additional information available.
Anyone with any further details regarding the crash should contact the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit.
We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to the victim’s family following this fatal car accident in Milton.
Car Accidents in Delaware 
Delaware can be a dangerous place for motorists. Although the actual number of reported crashes may seem low for some states, when adjusted for per capita statistics, Delaware has one of the highest accident rates in the country. Last year, nearly 8,000 people suffered injuries in Delaware car accidents. Many of these victims were injured in crashes that were not their fault. It takes only a split second of negligent driving to end in a major accident.
If you were hurt in a crash, it is important to know your legal rights. You should not have to be responsible, financially or otherwise, for someone else’s bad decision on our roadways. Having an experienced Milton car accident attorney by your side can mean the difference between a full recovery and an inadequate one.
Here at Murphy & Landon, we are available to help you at any time. Our skilled and experienced team of Milton car accident lawyers is here to help you get the compensation that you need and deserve. We strongly believe that all negligent drivers should be held accountable for their actions. We will apply that principle to your case as we do whatever is necessary to track down the other driver and to ensure that your future is protected.
Our firm is standing by now to take your call. We always provide free consultations for all potential and prospective clients. If you are in need of legal assistance, you can turn to us. There is no financial obligation until you receive a recovery. To schedule your free consultation and case evaluation with a Milton wrongful death attorney, please reach out to us using the contact form on our site or give us a call at (320) 472-8100.
Disclaimer: None of the information in this post is intended to be legal advice or medical advice. This is not a solicitation for business. If you have been injured in an accident, get medical attention as soon as possible. The photo used in this post was not taken at this accident scene.
