Millsboro, DE (January 4, 2024) – Troopers with the Delaware State Police responded to a car accident in Millsboro on Tuesday afternoon, January 2nd. The crash occurred just after 4:00 p.m. on John J. Williams Highway, near William Street Road.
According to the DSP, a white Cadillac CTS was traveling eastbound on Williams Highway. At the same time, a silver GMC Terrain was traveling westbound on the same road. A blue Dodge Ram was traveling behind the GMC. The Cadillac crossed the center line and traveled into the westbound lanes where it collided with the left side of the GMC. Following the collision, the Cadillac continued eastbound and struck the Dodge head-on.
The Cadillac driver, a 20-year-old Lewes man, was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. His name was not released pending family notification. The Terrain driver, a 29-year-old Millsboro woman, suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The Dodge driver, a 24-year-old man from Millsboro, also sustained non-life-threatening injuries. No one else involved in the accident was identified. The road was closed for over two hours while officials investigated the crash and cleared the area. No further details have been released.
We want to offer our thoughts and condolences to those who were affected by this car accident in Millsboro.
Injury Accidents in Delaware 
Driving in Delaware can be a very hazardous activity. While no one ever expects to be involved in a collision, crashes take place each day on our state’s roadways. In fact, it is estimated that a collision will take place about once every 22 minutes. This means that no one is ever truly safe from the possibility of being involved in a crash. When a crash happens, we know that there is about a one-third chance of injuries also occurring.
Following a Delaware car accident, you are likely to have questions about your legal rights. If you are suffering from injuries as a result of the accident, you could be experiencing physical pain as well as financial and mental stress. During this time, you may wonder when you will be able to resume the life that you enjoyed prior to the crash. Fortunately, there is help available.
Here at Murphy & Landon, our Millsboro injury attorneys can help when you or a loved one have been hurt in an accident. We know that innocent victims are frequently affected by car accidents throughout Delaware. While we cannot go back and prevent the crash from happening, we can make sure that you are prepared moving forward. Our attorneys have recovered millions of dollars for crash victims and their families. We will fight to make sure that your rights are protected and that the negligent party is held responsible.
Our firm is here for you and ready to take your call at any time. We offer a free consultation for all potential clients. During the consultation, our attorneys will evaluate your situation and explain all of your legal options. If we decide to take your case, we work on a contingency fee basis and we do not get paid until we receive a recovery on your behalf. To speak with a car accident attorney in Millsboro, please contact us at 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.
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.
