Georgetown, DE (August 28, 2023) – One person was killed and multiple others were injured after a crash in Georgetown on Sunday, August 27th. The crash happened just before noon on Dupont Boulevard near West Robbins Road.
Authorities say that a 39-year-old Ellendale woman was driving a Mazda 3 southbound on Dupont Boulevard. At the same time, a 58-year-old man from Bangor, Pennsylvania, was driving a Nissan Murano northbound on Dupont. For unknown reasons, the driver of the Mazda left her lane and traveled into the northbound lanes. The Mazda crossed over a grass median and collided head-on with the Murano. An 18-year-old female front was a front-seat passenger in the Mazda. She died due to her injuries. A 4-year-old boy in the back seat of the Mazda was taken to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
The driver of the Nissan and his passenger were both taken to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. No one involved in the crash was identified.
The road was closed for about four hours while police investigated the crash. There is no word on what caused the accident to occur. No further information has been released.
We want to offer our thoughts and condolences to all who were affected by this fatal car accident in Georgetown.
Delaware Fatal Car Accidents 
Delaware’s roadways can be dangerous places for motorists. With more than 1 million registered motor vehicles and congested streets and highways, it should be no secret that crashes will frequently occur. Not every accident will result in injuries, but about one-third of them will. In 2021, approximately 8,000 motorists were injured, and 162 were killed in Delaware car accidents. A sizable number of these victims were hurt or killed in accidents that were not their fault.
When you or a family member have been the victim of a crash, you are likely to have questions about your legal rights. During this time, you should take appropriate measures to protect yourself and the future of your family. If you were not at fault for the accident, you could be entitled to compensation to help pay for your medical costs, lost wages, and more. The first step is to speak with an experienced Delaware car accident attorney to point you in the right direction.
Here at Murphy & Landon, our car accident lawyers help injured victims following a sudden and unexpected crash. We use our multiple decades of experience to assist our clients through every step of their case. You should not be held responsible for someone else’s negligence. We want to ensure that your rights are fully protected and that the insurance company handles your claim in a fair manner.
Our firm is standing by now to take your call. When you are in need of a reliable legal team, you can count on us to deliver the best results. We offer a free consultation for all potential and prospective clients. Before you speak with anyone else about the crash, give us a call to see how we can help. To set up your time to speak with a Georgetown car accident lawyer, please contact us using our online intake form 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.
