Lewes, DE (January 1, 2023) – A man from Pennsylvania was killed in a crash that took place in Lewes on Friday, December 30th. The accident happened just before 10:00 p.m. on Coastal Highway, just south of Postal Lane.
According to a report from the Delaware State Police, a truck was driving southbound on Coastal Highway when the driver struck the man as he tried to cross the road. The man, who was not identified, died at the crash scene. The truck driver continued a short distance before stopping on the shoulder. The driver, a 34-year-old Lewes man, was not injured in the accident.
The road was closed for more than two hours while police investigated the accident. Motorists were advised to avoid the area and to find an alternate route of travel if possible.
There is no further information available. An investigation is ongoing.
We would like to offer our condolences to the victim’s family following this fatal pedestrian accident in Lewes.
Pedestrian Accidents in Delaware 
Pedestrian accidents take place across Delaware on a daily basis. While these accidents may not be as common as car crashes, they are often far more dangerous and deadly. It is estimated that more than 85% of pedestrian accidents will result in at least an injury to the victim. In many cases, the outcome is far worse, and the crash can even be fatal. Each pedestrian accident must be closely investigated in order to determine the cause and who should be held responsible.
Under Delaware law, victims of pedestrian accidents may have certain rights and remedies when they have been affected by another driver. In cases of fatal crashes, family members of the deceased victim can step in and pursue a potential wrongful death claim against the driver. These cases are very complicated and complex in nature and should only be handled with the help of an experienced attorney.
Here at Murphy & Landon, our team of skilled injury attorneys has decades of combined experience handling these types of claims. We focus our practice on representing injured victims so that our clients have the best possible chance of receiving the recovery that they deserve. We know the struggles that you are facing during this time, and we want to help you move forward with your life by getting you the compensation that you need and deserve.
Our team is here and ready to take your call at any time. Our consultations are always free for all potential and prospective clients. At the consultation, we will go over your legal rights in detail and discuss the facts of your case with you so that you can make the best decision moving forward. If we decide to take your case, we will do so on a contingency fee basis, meaning that there is no financial obligation to you until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To schedule a time to speak with a pedestrian accident lawyer in Lewes, 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.
