Georgetown, DE (February 5, 2024) – The Delaware State Police were dispatched to the scene of a fatal, multi-car accident in Georgetown on Saturday, February 3rd. The crash was reported just after 10:00 p.m. on Dupont Boulevard.
According to a report, a Chevrolet HHR was traveling northbound on Dupont Boulevard with a Dodge Ram traveling behind it. At the same time a silver Chevrolet Silverado was traveling westbound on Wilson Road. The Silverado driver ran a red light and collided with both the HHR and the Ram at the intersection. The HHR caught fire and the driver was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released at this time. The driver of the Ram, a 33-year-old man from Selbyville, was not hurt in the crash. The driver of the Silverado left the scene after the collision.
The road was closed for about three hours while the accident was investigated. The Delaware State Police are still looking into the collision at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Corporal J. Smith or the Delaware Crime Stoppers. No further details are available.
We want to offer our thoughts and condolences to the victim’s family following this deadly car accident in Georgetown.
Fatal Car Accidents in Delaware 
In 2020, there were nearly 25,000 reported car accidents in Delaware. As a result of these crashes, a total of 7,254 people suffered injuries. Many of the injuries that were sustained were serious in nature. A Delaware car accident takes place very suddenly and unexpectedly. In many cases, victims have little time to react and are unable to avoid the crash or mitigate its effects. Injury accidents most often occur because of the negligence of at least one driver. Some common causes of injury accidents include reckless driving, speeding, failing to yield, distraction, and impairment.
A Delaware car accident can leave victims in a very vulnerable position, both physically and financially. The crash can cause serious and painful injuries that can result in long-term complications that interfere with the quality of life. Additionally, the accident can also result in victims having extensive medical costs that can affect them financially. While these are negative outcomes, there are steps that can be taken to help secure your future.
Under Delaware law, victims may be able to recover compensation if the other driver was at least partially at fault for the collision. It is important to have the services of a skilled and experienced attorney who can help during this time. Your attorney can ensure that all of the proper legal steps are followed and can assist you with getting the compensation that you need and deserve. At Murphy & Landon, our team works together to ensure that each client’s rights are fully and completely protected. We will take every possible path to obtain the maximum compensation under the specific facts of your case.
Our team stands ready to assist you at any time. We provide free consultations and case evaluations for all potential and prospective clients. During the consultation, we will go over the details of your case and will discuss how best to pursue your claims against the negligent driver. To schedule your free appointment with a car accident attorney in Georgetown, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
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