New Castle, DE (March 3, 2023) – Police in New Castle County are investigating after a serious hit-and-run crash took place on Thursday, March 2nd. The accident occurred around 6:50 p.m. on Cardiff Way near the St. Andrews Addition Townhouses.
According to a report from the area, an 8-year-old male child was struck by a black sedan. The child was seriously injured and was treated at the scene. He was then taken to Christiana Medical Center where he was admitted in stable condition. The extent of his injuries is not known at this time. The sedan fled the scene after the crash. Officials are currently looking for the vehicle, which is believed to be missing a headlight and a windshield wiper based on evidence left behind at the scene.
There were no other individuals involved in the collision. Police are still investigating at this time. Anyone with information on the accident should contact the New Castle County Sheriff’s Office.
No further details are available.
We would like to extend our thoughts and best wishes to those who were affected by this New Castle hit-and-run crash. We hope that the injured child is able to make a complete and speedy recovery.
Hit-and-Run Crash in New Castle 
A Delaware car accident can lead to serious and devastating outcomes. Hit-and-run accidents are no exception. Under Delaware law, drivers are legally required to remain at the scene of a car accident. In some cases, leaving the scene of an accident can be a felony. However, the law is often not a deterrent for a driver who is looking to avoid responsibility for their actions. Many hit-and-run drivers flee the scene of an accident for precisely that reason.
A hit-and-run crash can present a complicated legal case even for experienced attorneys. If you have been affected by one of these types of accidents, you should immediately seek the help of a competent and aggressive Delaware car accident lawyer. Your lawyer can help you search for and locate all available insurance coverage to make sure that you are fully compensated.
Here at Murphy & Landon, our car accident lawyers in New Castle want to help you get through this difficult time in your life. While you may wonder if there is a light at the end of the tunnel, we will always use our experience to get you the best result in the most efficient way possible. Our firm strongly believes that all negligent and careless drivers should be held fully accountable for their actions.
Our firm is here to take your call at any time. We would be honored to assist you as you move forward on the road to recovery. Our consultations are always free for all potential and prospective clients. When we meet with you, we will go over your case in detail and help to come up with a plan that will meet your goals. To schedule your consultation with a New Castle car accident attorney, please reach out to 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.
