Newark, DE (June 6, 2023) – Police in Newark were called to the scene of a school bus crash on Tuesday morning, June 6th. The accident took place in the Cherokee Woods neighborhood on Cherokee Drive.
Police say that the school bus was traveling through a narrow line of parked cars when it collided with one of the vehicles. There were approximately 12 to 15 children on board the school bus at the time of the crash. Emergency workers responded to the scene and transported two people to a nearby hospital. There is limited information on the injuries suffered, and there is no update on the conditions of the victims. Entrances and exits to the neighborhood were blocked while police investigated the crash.
There is no word on whether any charges are expected to be filed. The accident remains under investigation.
No further details have been released.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the injured victims following this school bus crash in Newark. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Injury Crashes in Delaware 
Each year, nearly 8,000 victims are injured in car accidents on Delaware’s roadways. These crashes take place in a variety of areas, including busy streets and highways but also in isolated areas as well quiet neighborhood streets. A crash can occur at any time, so motorists should always be alert and aware of the possibilities of danger. Some accidents cannot be prevented. For example, passengers in a motor vehicle have very little control over the actions of the driver and can be injured in accidents that are not their fault.
Following a Delaware injury accident, crash victims may wonder about their legal rights. Delaware law allows individuals to seek compensation if they were hurt in a crash caused by another driver. Under Delaware’s comparative negligence laws, you could even receive a recovery if the accident was only partially caused by the other driver. However, the law is complicated. Personal injury cases should only be undertaken by an attorney with experience in this practice area.
Here at Murphy & Landon, our Delaware car accident lawyers can help when you have been hurt in a collision that was not your fault. We know that you are experiencing a range of emotions during this time. Our attorneys want to ensure that you receive the compensation you need and deserve. You can count on us to get results during this time and to hold the other driver fully accountable for their actions.
Our firm is standing by now to take your call. There is no fee until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. We always offer a free consultation so that you have an opportunity to speak with us about your case and ask questions regarding your rights. Your time to act may be limited, so you should contact us as soon as possible to understand your options. To speak with a personal injury lawyer in Newark, please reach out to us using our online contact form or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
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.
