Townsend, DE (November 14, 2022) – Three people suffered injuries after a car accident that took place on Saturday, November 12th in Townsend. The crash happened just after 6:00 p.m. on DuPont Parkway at Summit Bridge Road.
According to the Delaware State Police, two sedans collided with each other at the scene. The first vehicle caught fire following the accident. The second vehicle had two occupants, both of who were trapped and had to be extricated by firefighters. Three patients were transported to a nearby hospital where they were treated for unspecified injuries. There is no word on what caused the accident to take place at this time. The road was closed for several hours while authorities conducted an investigation into the accident. It is unclear whether any charges will be filed.
An investigation is underway at this time. No further details are available.
We would like to extend our thoughts and best wishes to those who were affected by this car accident in Townsend. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Injury Accidents in Delaware 
A car accident in Delaware often takes place very suddenly and unexpectedly. One minute you can be driving down the road minding your own business and the next you may find yourself the victim of a serious accident. Due to the number of negligent drivers on Delaware’s roadways, these types of serious injury crashes are always a possibility any time we get into a vehicle to travel to and from our destinations. While we often take our safety for granted, it is important to remember that there are always risks when we are on the roadways.
After a crash occurs, you should immediately seek medical treatment. Many Delaware car accident victims assume that they have not been seriously hurt in an accident. This can cause them to forego treatment. However, many car accident injuries are latent or hidden and will only appear days to weeks or months following the crash. For this reason, it is important to seek treatment as soon as possible so that your doctor can spot any injuries and provide you with the appropriate treatment before the injuries worsen.
Once you have visited the doctor and obtained your treatment plan, you should then speak with an experienced Delaware car accident lawyer. Here at Murphy & Landon, we bring decades of combined experience to each client’s case. Our attorneys use our collective knowledge to ensure that each client receives the best possible representation. We know that you have one chance to resolve your case in the most favorable way possible and we will help to ensure that your rights are protected and that your compensation is fair under the specific circumstances of your case.
Our firm stands ready to assist you at any time. We always provide free consultations and case evaluations for all potential and prospective clients. When we meet with you, we will come up with a plan that gives you the best chance of winning your case. To schedule a time to speak with an experienced car accident lawyer in Townsend, please reach out to us using 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.
