Newark, DE (May 15, 2022) – The Delaware State Police responded to the scene of a fatal accident on Saturday evening, May 14th. The crash happened around 9:55 p.m. on the Old Baltimore Pike near the intersection with Aspen Drive.
According to police, a 37-year-old Newark man was driving a Honda Accord westbound on Old Baltimore Pike. The Accord entered the left turn lane at the intersection before coming to a stop. The driver of the Accord then tried to make a left turn but came directly into the path of a Honda Ruckus scooter. The Ruckus struck the right side of the Honda and skidded before coming to rest.
Rescue crews arrived at the scene. The driver of the Rucks was rushed to an area hospital where he died from his injuries. His identity has not been released at this time. Following an investigation, police identified the driver of the Honda as Charles Entzminger. Entzminger was later arrested and charged with second-degree vehicular homicide, driving under the influence of alcohol, failure to yield the right of way, and failure to have insurance. Early indications are that alcohol played a role in the crash. Entzminger was booked into jail on the charges and is currently being held on bail.
The road was closed for about three hours while the crash was investigated. Motorists were advised to find alternate routes of travel during this time.
No further details have been released.
We would like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family who lost their loved one in this Newark traffic accident.
Fatal Accidents in Delaware 
According to the Delaware Department of Transportation, approximately 700 people will tragically lose their lives in injury crashes across our state this year. A large number of these accidents will occur because of someone else’s negligence. There is nothing more devastating than the loss of a family member to a traffic crash, especially when the crash was not their fault. Speeding, reckless driving, distraction, and impairment are among the most common causes of fatal accidents on Delaware’s roadways.
If you have lost a loved one to a crash, you should have a full understanding of your legal rights. Under Delaware law, family members may be able to file a claim on behalf of their loved one. This is known as a wrongful death case. These cases tend to be complicated, however, and should only be handled by a lawyer with the requisite skills and experience in this area.
Here at Murphy & Landon, we know what it takes to get the job done. Our Newark wrongful death lawyers can help during your time of greatest need as we know exactly what you are experiencing. We always provide a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. During the consultation, we will explore our case in detail and provide a full explanation of your legal rights.
To schedule a time to speak with a wrongful death attorney in Newark, please reach out to us at the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
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