Investigators say that 59-year-old Mary Elicone was driving a white 2019 BMW 540i southbound on Coastal Highway. For unknown reasons, Elicone lost control of the vehicle and drove into a drainage ditch. The car then struck a stop sign before reentering the roadway and traveling into the northbound lanes. Once in the northbound lanes, the BMW hit a gray Chevrolet Equinox and a red Jeep Renegade.
The Equinox driver, 65-year-old Suzanne Misener of Lewes, suffered critical injuries. Misener was rushed to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. Elicone was also rushed to the hospital and later succumbed to her injuries as well. The driver of the Jeep, who was not identified, was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The road was partially blocked while an investigation was conducted. Motorists were asked to find alternate routes of travel.
The accident remains under investigation at this time. Anyone with any details or who witnessed the accident is asked to contact the Delaware State Police.
No further information is available.
We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to the families of the victims following this fatal car accident in Milton.
Deadly Car Accidents in Delaware 
A fatal car accident takes place very suddenly and unexpectedly. When you have lost a loved one due to a crash, there is nothing that compares to the hurt and devastation that you are feeling. This is especially true if your loved one was killed in a traffic accident that was not their fault. Unfortunately, approximately 160 motorists are killed in Delaware car accidents annually. Some of these deceased victims will lose their lives in car accidents that were not their fault.
Delaware law allows crash victims to file a claim when they have been hurt in a car accident. In fatal crashes, family members may have the right to file a wrongful death claim. Due to the complex nature of these cases, a Delaware wrongful death attorney should be consulted prior to taking any action.
At Murphy & Landon, our attorneys are ready to help at any time. We provide valuable legal advice and representation to those who have experienced a sudden and unexpected tragedy. Our wrongful death attorneys in Milton can help if you have lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence. We strongly believe that all careless and negligent drivers should be held accountable for their actions.
Our firm is standing by to speak with you now. When you need a tough and determined legal team, you can turn to us for help. We offer a free consultation for all potential clients. If we take your case, there is no fee until we receive a recovery on your behalf. To schedule your appointment with a Milton wrongful death lawyer, please reach out to us using the contact link above or give us a call at (302) 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.
