State Police Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash In Newark

Delaware State Police is investigating a pedestrian accident that resulted in a fatality this morning at Newark.

A 2020 white Jeep Grand Cherokee, traveling westbound in the left lane, approached Biddle Avenue at 5:07 am on July 4, 2025. A pedestrian whose vehicle had broken down on the right shoulder was also trying to cross westbound lanes. As the pedestrian attempted to cross a dark road, he entered the Jeep’s travel path. He was then struck.

The pedestrian was an 89 year old man from New Castle in Delaware. He was transported to a local hospital where he was declared dead. The name of the pedestrian is being kept secret until his family members are informed.

The Jeep driver, a 30-year old man from Bear in Delaware, and his 26-year-old passenger were uninjured.

The road was closed for approximately four hours to investigate and clear the scene.

Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate this incident. Troopers ask anyone who saw this collision to contact Corporal D. McKenna at 302-365-8866. You can also send a private message on Facebook to the Delaware State Police, or contact Delaware Crime Stoppers

You can reach the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit/ Delaware Victim Center 24 hours a days by calling 1-800-VICTIM-1 You may also email the Victim Services Unit at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

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