Wilmington, DE – Injury Crash on I-495 South at Philadelphia Pike

Wilmington, DE (March 5, 2024) – Authorities in Wilmington were dispatched to the scene of a car accident with injuries on Tuesday, March 5th. The accident happened at 1:00 p.m. at the intersection of I-495 south and the Philadelphia Pike.

When police arrived at the scene, they found at least one person suffering from injuries due to the accident. Paramedics and fire crews were also dispatched to the area. The injured crash victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment. There is no update on their condition at this time. Officials did not release any information on the cause of the accident. The roadway was partially blocked at the scene. Motorists were advised to avoid the scene and to find an alternate route of travel if possible.

There is no information on whether any charges will be filed. An investigation is ongoing at this time. There is no additional information available.

Injury Accident in Wilmington 

A car accident in Delaware often takes place very suddenly and unexpectedly. One minute you may be traveling down the road and minding your own business, and the next, you can find yourself involved in a serious crash. Drivers can always take certain actions in order to reduce their risk of being involved in a crash. However, not all accidents are avoidable. Sometimes a negligent driver places other motorists in a position from which they cannot escape. These types of crashes are among the most severe and serious that take place on our state’s roadways.

If you have been hurt in a Delaware car accident, you may wonder where to turn next. As medical bills begin piling up, you may wonder how you will be able to return to normal. Fortunately, there is some assistance available. Delaware law provides accident victims with the ability to file a claim and to recover compensation for their injuries. Before you take any further steps, however, it is very important to speak with a Delaware car accident attorney.

Here at Murphy & Landon, our attorneys have decades of combined experience providing legal assistance to crash victims. We fully understand the legal system, and we are here to assist you at any time. Our team of Wilmington car accident lawyers will fully protect your legal rights, and we will fight for the full compensation that you need and deserve. We know that the crash has taken a major toll on your life. Let us help you start to turn things around.

We are standing by to speak with you now. We offer a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. When you need a caring and compassionate law firm, you can confidently turn to us. If we decide to take your case, we will do so on a contingency fee basis. This means that there is no financial obligation until we obtain a recovery for you. To schedule your free appointment with a car accident attorney in Wilmington, please reach out to us using the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.

Note: Our law firm utilizes secondary sources to create this post. The facts surrounding this specific accident have not been independently verified. Contact Murphy & Landon if you locate any inaccurate information. We will update the post right away to reflect the most accurate information available.