Newark, DE (December 28, 2022) – The Delaware State Police responded to the scene of a fatal car accident on Tuesday night, December 27th. The crash was reported just before 9:00 p.m. on Route 4 near Harmony Road.
According to troopers, 29-year-old Christopher McCabe of Newark was driving a vehicle at a high rate of speed when he collided with a car that had made a U-turn at the intersection. The 16-year-old male driver of the second car was critically hurt. He was rushed to Christiana Hospital, where he died on Wednesday morning. A 16-year-old passenger in the vehicle was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Following an investigation, police charged McCabe with vehicular assault and DUI. He was booked into jail under a $15,000 bail. No additional information has been released.
We would like to extend our condolences to the victim’s family following this deadly car accident in Newark.
DUI Accidents in Delaware 
According to statistics, there were nearly 30,000 car accidents in Delaware in 2020. From this number, almost 8,000 people suffered injuries. Tragically, 117 people lost their lives in these crashes. In many cases, fatal accidents are caused by the actions of negligent motorists. This includes impaired and reckless drivers. In the case of impaired driving, many innocent lives are claimed by the actions of careless motorists. Drunk driving is one of the most reckless and careless actions that a driver can take, as it endangers not only their lives but the lives of everyone else on the roadways.
After a fatal car accident, you are no doubt feeling an overwhelming sense of grief and sadness. The sudden loss of a loved one is one of the most difficult things for any family to endure. This is especially true when your family member has been killed due to the actions of another motorist. Under Delaware law, your rights should be considered following the crash. It is best to speak with an attorney who can provide the guidance that you need.
Here at Murphy & Landon, we treat each client’s case as if it were our own. Our compassionate and caring attorneys will fight for you every step of the way. When your loved one has been impacted by the actions of a car accident and specifically by a drunk or impaired driver, we will help fight to make sure that you get the justice that you deserve. Our car accident attorneys in Dover possess many years of experience that we can put to work for you. Our team will work for you at all times, and we will help to ensure that you receive the maximum compensation under the circumstances of your particular case.
We are standing by to take your call at any time. Our firm always offers a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential clients. To schedule a time to speak with a car accident lawyer in Newark, please contact us 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.
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.
